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The cost of endless war: almost every child in Gaza needs psychological care

Jason Weisberger
Oct 16, 2025
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Generations in Gaza are dealing with the psychological effects of the never-ending war. A case study from the World Health Organization shows how violence has traumatized nearly every child, and psychosocial support is now critical.

The war in Gaza has created a silent epidemic of trauma among its youngest survivors. Ac…

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