Children on the war front in Ukraine have spent months in cellars, bunkers or holes in the ground to protect themselves from attacks, the UN children’s fund UNICEF said. A danger to health, development and psyche.
Spending up to 200 days in this way within two years is difficult to imagine and endangers mental health, UNICEF spokesman James Elder said Friday in Geneva on the second anniversary of the start of Russia’s war of aggression.
“Seeking safety from missiles and drones comes at a high price for these children,” he said.
Sleep disorders and trauma
“The psychological scars on the children are deep. And they are getting worse every day.” Half of 13 to 15 year olds suffer from sleep disorders, while one in five is repeatedly plagued by memories of traumatic events.
Families face many problems
Parents report that their children and adolescents experience increased anxiety and sadness and have lost interest in previous activities. Despite taking a lot of time to provide emotional support to their children, many parents struggle to make ends meet for their families.
According to information, only two of the 700 schools in the Kharkov region still offer face-to-face education. All parents are concerned about the social development of their children.
Source: Krone
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