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Bayer, Y.M. Sound of Sirens, Echoes of Trauma: Unpacking Socioeconomic Vulnerabilities in the Israel-Hamas Conflict. Israel Affairs 2024, 30, 415–437, doi:10.1080/13537121.2024.2342136.
Bayer, Y.M. Sound of Sirens, Echoes of Trauma: Unpacking Socioeconomic Vulnerabilities in the Israel-Hamas Conflict. Israel Affairs 2024, 30, 415–437, doi:10.1080/13537121.2024.2342136.
Bayer, Y.M. Sound of Sirens, Echoes of Trauma: Unpacking Socioeconomic Vulnerabilities in the Israel-Hamas Conflict. Israel Affairs 2024, 30, 415–437, doi:10.1080/13537121.2024.2342136.
Bayer, Y.M. Sound of Sirens, Echoes of Trauma: Unpacking Socioeconomic Vulnerabilities in the Israel-Hamas Conflict. Israel Affairs 2024, 30, 415–437, doi:10.1080/13537121.2024.2342136.
Abstract
This study investigates the socio-economic determinants correlated with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) symptoms amid the 'Guardian of the Walls' operation, in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Our investigation primarily focused on assessing the effects of missile strikes on Israeli civilians. By conducting an in-depth statistical analysis of individual experiences, we sought to unravel the correlation between socioeconomic status and PTSD susceptibility.Our findings reveal a stark disparity in PTSD risks across different socio-economic groups. Individuals from lower socio-economic backgrounds exhibited a notably higher propensity for PTSD symptoms, suggesting that socio-economic adversity intensifies the psychological toll of conflict exposure. Conversely, higher education and stable family environments appeared to mitigate PTSD risks, underscoring the protective role of certain socio-economic factors.The study's implications extend far beyond the immediate context of the Israel-Hamas conflict. By elucidating the heightened vulnerability of lower socio-economic groups to PTSD, it calls for a nuanced approach to mental health intervention in conflict zones. This approach should not only address the direct psychological impact of conflict but also consider the broader socio-economic fabric that shapes individual experiences of trauma.This research contributes to a growing body of knowledge on PTSD in conflict settings, offering valuable insights for policymakers, mental health professionals, and humanitarian organizations. By highlighting the socio-economic dimensions of PTSD, it advocates for more comprehensive, context-sensitive mental health strategies. Such strategies are crucial for addressing the complex array of factors influencing mental health in conflict zones, ultimately paving the way for more resilient and supportive communities.
Keywords
PTSD, Armed conflicts, Socioeconomic status
Subject
Social Sciences, Sociology
Copyright:
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Commenter: Yaakov Bayer
Commenter's Conflict of Interests: Author