A Ceasefire Alone Won’t Solve Lebanon’s Mental Health Crisis
Lebanon is facing a significant mental health crisis exacerbated by ongoing conflict and trauma. Despite a temporary ceasefire, the psychological needs of the population remain unmet, with high rates of depression and anxiety reported. Experts warn that without sustained investment in mental health services, the situation will worsen as people begin to process their grief and trauma.
- ▪Lebanon's mental healthcare system is overwhelmed, with only 70 psychiatrists available for a population of over six million.
- ▪The International Rescue Committee estimates that half of Lebanon's population has screened positive for mental health conditions.
- ▪Adolescent suicide rates have increased in Lebanon, highlighting the urgent need for mental health resources.
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I recently traveled to Lebanon. Every person I met showed signs of trauma. There were mothers fearful about what the future would bring for their displaced families, students no longer able to attend school, and one woman who had already attempted suicide because she no longer saw hope ahead. The sound of drones flying above and the constant worry about the impacts of rockets and airstrikes have left people living in a permanent state of disarray.May marks mental health awareness month—and the Lebanese people have gone unnoticed for far too long. Lebanon is still reeling from cycles of conflict and insecurity. Although a temporary ceasefire has been in place since April 17, repeated violations have continued to undermine any real sense of safety or stability for civilians.
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