In the name of Allah.

Psychological Aspects of
Israeli- Palestinian Conflict
 What is the
Israeli-Palestinian
Conflict?
Presented By
Ayesha Azhar
 What is the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?
• The Israeli-Palestinian conflict dates to the end of the nineteenth
century.

• In 1947, the United Nations adopted Resolution 181, known as the

Partition Plan, which sought to divide the British Mandate of
Palestine into Arab and Jewish states. On May 14, 1948, the State of
Israel was created, sparking the first Arab-Israeli War.

• The war ended in 1949 with Israel’s victory, but 750,000 Palestinians
were displaced, and the territory was divided into 3 parts: the State of
Israel, the West Bank (of the Jordan River), and the Gaza Strip.

• Going through constant trauma, violence, and stress can impact the
health, attitudes, beliefs, and behavior of Israelis and Palestinians.

• Some might develop serious mental health issues like depression or

posttraumatic stress disorder, while others may show signs of
distress without a specific diagnosis.
 Conflict Reasons
Geographical
01. Region
Israel, Palestine,
West Bank, Gaza

War, attack,
02. Conflict violence, terror,
and victimization.

Psychological PTSD, depression,

03. Domains anxiety, insomnia
Geographical Region
• The Israel-Palestine conflict revolves around the contested geographical
region in the eastern Mediterranean known as the Levant.

• In 1948, the State of Israel was established, leading to tensions with the
Palestinian Arab population who sought self-determination.

• The conflict involves competing historical narratives, religious claims to

the land, and disputes over borders.

• The West Bank, located east of Israel, is a critical territory with

significant religious sites and settlements.
• The Gaza Strip, a coastal enclave to the southwest, has been a focal
point for conflict due to its political and economic challenges.

• The geographical complexities and historical grievances continue to

shape the dynamics of the Israel-Palestine conflict.
PALESTINE
(1946 - 2012)
1946 UN Plan 1947 1947 - 1967 2008 - 2012
 Conflict War
Arab - Israeli War
• Originating in the mid-20th century, the struggle for control over the
land has resulted in a series of wars and intermittent periods of
violence.

• The Arab-Israeli War of 1948, which followed the establishment of

the State of Israel, set the stage for subsequent conflicts.

• Over the years, the region witnessed more wars that were:

1. Six Day War in 1967 (This brief but intense war involved Israel
against Egypt, Jordan, and Syria. Israel gained control of the West
Bank, East Jerusalem, the Gaza Strip, the Golan Heights, and the Sinai
Peninsula during this conflict.)

2. The Yom Kippur War in 1973 (Fought between Israel and a coalition
of Arab states led by Egypt and Syria, this conflict began on the holiest
day in Judaism, Yom Kippur. It led to significant military and
diplomatic developments.)
 The Holocaust - ISRAEL

• "The Holocaust" refers to the systematic

genocide perpetrated by Adolf Hitler's Nazi
regime during World War II, resulting in the
mass murder of six million Jews.

• This tragic event profoundly impacted

Jewish communities worldwide, leading to a
shared trauma (psychological domain) that
has influenced Jewish identity and
consciousness.

• The Holocaust is often considered one of

the darkest chapters in human history, and
its memory is deeply ingrained in Jewish
cultural, historical, and religious narratives.
 The Nakba - Palestine

• "The Nakba" refers to the mass

displacement and dispossession of
Palestinians during the creation of the
State of Israel in 1948.

• The term itself means "catastrophe" in

Arabic, reflecting the profound impact it
had on the Palestinian population.
During the 1948 Arab-Israeli war,
hundreds of thousands of Palestinians
were forced to flee their homes.

• The Nakba is a pivotal event in

Palestinian history, shaping their
collective memory, identity, and
narrative.
 Psychological Implications due to Nakba and Holocaust

EMOTIONAL IDENTITY
RESONANCE: FORMATION:
The historical evoke deep Historical trauma contributes
emotions, ranging from grief to the formation of collective
and loss to resilience and identity. Palestinians see
determination. These themselves as a people
emotions play a significant unjustly displaced, and
role in shaping the Israelis, in part, view their
psychological responses of state as a refuge from
both Palestinians and Israelis historical persecution.
to the ongoing conflict.
 Historical Roots
and
Claims to the Land

• National identity plays a crucial

role in establishing historical
narratives that support each side's
claims to the land. Israelis often
emphasize historical connections
to ancient Israel, while
Palestinians draw on their long-
standing presence in the region.

• Competing national narratives

contribute to the contestation over
territory, sovereignty, and the
right to self-determination,
fueling the conflict.

• Palestine has its historical roots

geographically whereas Israel
due to its strong military forces
and power claims that it is their
PSYCHOLOGICAL
aspects
Exposure to violence
Exposure to violence is a significant risk factor for the
development of psychopathology in children and
youth as it has been found to be related to:
• Aggression
• Academic Difficulties
• Symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Emotions drive behaviour
• Extreme psychological states drive extreme
behaviour, including violence.
The question becomes what
to do with these insights,
when responses due to
violence produce strong
emotional states stemming
from fear and rage?
 P A L E S T I N I A N

L I V E S

M A T T E R
• The mental health of Palestinians has been described as among the
worst in the world with over half of Palestinian adults meeting
the diagnostic threshold for depression and a significant portion
of Palestinian children experiencing mental distress,
particularly in Gaza.
• This high prevalence of mental distress among the Palestinian
population has been attributed to the intersection of several
factors, including exposure to conflict, poor living conditions and
restrictions on movement.
 PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
 PTSD stands for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder,
a mental health condition that can develop after a
person experiences a traumatic event.

Situation In Gaza strip

• The situation in the Gaza Strip is uncommon in the
frequency with which children are exposed to war-
related traumatic events daily and because of the
long-term nature of the conflict, the prevalence of
posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among
children and adolescents in the Gaza Strip increased
after the recent wars.
• Palestinians, especially children, are vulnerable to
experiencing and witnessing traumatic events such
as bombings, shootings, and home demolitions.
These experiences often lead to symptoms of PTSD,
including flashbacks, nightmares, hyper arousal,
and emotional numbing.
 •In Gaza, parallel to the physical death, there is
always the psychological one. The first is instant
elimination - ‘immediate relief’ as someone put it -
while the second is slow disintegration that can be
life-long and, for some, simply a deferred death
sentence. This means that even when the sky stops
raining down bombs on Gaza’s inhabitants, the war
within the soul of every Gazan will continue to rage,
most likely at a greater level than any time before.

•“Sadness on fire” was the term used by the People

in the Gaza Strip. To be ‘sad on fire’ is to have
experienced a cumulative and progressive impact of
repeated and prolonged traumas.

How will this trauma affect their future?

“Trauma affects cognitive behavior, it affects
functioning, how can we totally ignore that? Living in
a war zone – for generations will affect you. “We are
not talking about individuals living in peaceful,
healthy environments here. When you steal hope from
these kids, steal their livelihood and childhood, what
do you expect the product to be?”
P ost
T raumatic
S tress
D isorder A Palestinian boy in fear and trauma
crying in one of Gaza’s hospital
P ost
T raumatic
S tress
D isorder A Palestinian boy froze and shut down
from the shock and fear of witnessing
the nonstop air strikes in Gaza in the
first day after the end of the truce.
P ost
T raumatic
S tress
D isorder Sheikh Muhammed Hussein Fadlallah is quoted saying,
"Oppressed people cannot always be expected to
behave in a reasonable manner."
P ost
•
Data Collection:
Mothers and their children were tested in
1993, and again in 2003 to investigate the

T
long-term side effects of PTSD, depression,

raumatic and anxiety disorders.

• Another study found that 70.1% of children

in the study were likely to be diagnosed with

S tress
PTSD.

• 37%children still had symptoms of PTSD

two years after the catastrophe.

D
• After the 2014 war on Gaza, 54 percent of
children were recorded as suffering from
isorder severe PTSD.
CHRONIC POVERTY & UNEMPLOYMENT
The second Intifada – commonly referred to by
Palestinians as al-Aqsa Intifada – began after
then-Israeli opposition leader Ariel Sharon
sparked the uprising when he stormed al-Aqsa
Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem
with more than 1,000 heavily armed police and
soldiers on September 28, 2000.
• Chronic poverty and unemployment
also have devastating effects on basic
human functions and needs, including
basic needs, family, social relations,
leisure, and self-esteem. There is also a
link between job loss and domestic
violence. This domestic violence, in turn,
creates increased rates of mental health
problems, primarily depression, suicide
ideation, and PTSD.
• The low educational attainment and
unemployment are directly related to the
Al-Aqsa Intifada, and the responses of
the Israeli Defense Forces. This is a
primary example of how war is affecting
children.
• Many children in Gaza are unable to
attend school regularly because of military
actions and they have limited access to
essential school supplies
CHRONIC POVERTY &
UNEMPLOYMENT

“Education is very
important in Palestinian
culture, whether there are
job prospects or not, but
with little food, children are
malnourished, and with
drones buzzing overhead 24
hours a day it’s affecting
their sleep – they can’t
concentrate, their
childhood is shattered.”
 •With 60% of people living below
the national poverty line in
Palestine, and repeated exposure
to violence, the population is
facing psychopathology. These
disorders are mostly within the
anxiety spectrum, with the most
prevalent disorder being Post-
Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Data Collection •PTSD will also subject the child to

depression, suicide ideation, and
somatic complaints. These lead to
problems in school including more
sick days, lower GPA, and more
school problems

•53 per cent of Palestinians in

Gaza live in poverty, despite
humanitarian assistance
PSYCHOLOGICAL APECTS

Presented by
Hafsa Arif

Depression
Depression is a mental health disorder
characterized by persistent feelings of
sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest
or pleasure in activities.
It's more than just feeling down for a short
period; it's a prolonged state that affects how
one thinks, feels, and handles daily activities.
Long-term exposure to conflict-related
stressors such as violence, loss of loved ones,
economic hardship, and the constant threat of
insecurity have contributed significantly to
increased rates of depression
How people of Palestine are being affected and getting into
depression?
The daily challenges they face, coupled with the loss of homes and
loved ones, create an environment conducive to depression.
Additionally, the uncertainty about the future, the lack of political
resolution, and the recurrent cycles of violence exacerbate the
mental health burden.
What do doctors say about people of Palestine’s condition?
"We are on the cusp of a tsunami of poor mental health
in the region," says Dr. Sandro Galea, dean of the
School of Public Health at Boston University. "There is no
doubt about that." Israel's bombing campaign against Hamas
has killed well over 6,500 people in Gaza. It’s been
documented that traumatic events like war and armed
conflicts can cause an alarming spike in post-traumatic stress
and depression
 The Palestinian intellectual Iyad al-Baghdadi has powerfully
portrayed this in a long thread about the current situation on
X, formerly known as Twitter,

“Our grief and our deep triggers aren’t because of any single incident,”
he wrote. “We are a nation of refugees, survivors of erasure, of
relentless violence. We carry not only our own wounds but the wounds
of our ancestors. All our wounds are open and bleeding now.” Baghdadi
points out that the “openly genocidal statements,”

The people of Palestine are in severe trauma and depression due

to the ongoing situations that they wish to end their lives to
reduce the daily suffering and torment. It has been difficult for
them to live in such conditions, and this is affecting their mental
health. 58% of the participants met the diagnostic threshold for
depression. Among participants from Gaza, 71% met the criteria
for depression, while the prevalence was 50% for participants
from the West Bank. The severity of depression symptoms did
not differ significantly between men and women.
 Anxiety
Anxiety is a natural response to stress or danger, but when it becomes excessive,
uncontrollable, or disproportionate to the perceived threat, it can develop into an anxiety
disorder. Anxiety disorders involve persistent and overwhelming feelings of fear, worry, or
unease that interfere with daily life and functioning.

• 95 percent of children from the Gaza Strip showed symptoms of anxiety.

• Around 78 percent of Palestinians report having experienced military raids on their

homes.
. .

• The arrest of children by Israeli military forces is another common driver of mental health
disorders in young people, leading to high rates of anxiety

Acute anxiety:
The ongoing conflict means living with the constant threat of violence, whether it's
witnessing or experiencing airstrikes, bombings, or other forms of warfare. This perpetual
state of fear can lead to acute anxiety and a sense of helplessness.
 Separation anxiety
• Separation anxiety disorder is defined as
excessive anxiety concerning separation from
home or from those to whom the person is
attached.
• This is a side effect of fear induced from house
searches, arrests of family members, bombings,
and stray bullets, and this all is happening with
the people of Gaza, they are adapting separation
anxiety.
• Many Palestinians have experienced profound
losses due to the conflict, including the loss of
family members, friends, and homes. This grief
and loss can exacerbate separation anxiety as
individuals fear further loss and upheaval.
• Living in a conflict zone creates an environment
of constant uncertainty. Individuals may
constantly worry about the safety and well-
being of their loved ones, leading to heightened
anxiety about potential separations or the
inability to protect and support family members.
 Selective Mutism
The impact of trauma on individuals is sometimes manifested in physical or somatic symptoms that occur
in the absence of organic findings. Children experience somatoform disorders as an adaptive response to
violence. . Children exposed to war-related stressors experience a variety of disorders including PTSD
symptomatology.

Selective Mutism comes as an adaptive response to trauma and involves the

persistent failure to speak in specific social situations where speaking is expected,
despite speaking in other situations
Insomnia
 Insomnia
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder. With insomnia, you may have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep,
or getting good quality sleep. This happens even if you have the time and the right environment to sleep
well.

Insomnia among the Palestinian people

Insomnia among the Palestinian people is a significant and multifaceted issue, deeply rooted in the
challenging socio-political context of the region, particularly the Israeli–Palestinian conflict.

Living in a conflict zone, Palestinians often face disruptions to their daily lives due to security concerns,
checkpoints, and restrictions on movement. These disruptions can result in an irregular and
unpredictable lifestyle, making it difficult for individuals to establish and maintain consistent sleep
patterns.

The constant threat of conflict, including airstrikes, clashes, and the fear of personal safety, can lead to
hyper vigilance and heightened arousal, further interfering with the ability to relax and sleep.

The children of Palestine go through insomnia as they are afraid if their house will be bombed while they
are asleep, if their houses will be demolished and destroyed or if they will be taken away from their
loved ones by the Israeli soldiers.
 Human security
Q: What is human security?
“human security means safety for people from both. violent and non-violent threats. It is a condition or state of. being characterized by
freedom from pervasive threats to. people's rights, their safety, or even their lives.”

Q: How does the Israel-Palestine conflict's connection to human security constantly jeopardize Palestinian well-being and safety?
The Israel-Palestine conflict is deeply entangled with the concept of human security, where the well-being and safety of Palestine are
consistently threatened by ongoing tensions.

Q: What is the reason for failure of establishing human security?

Efforts to establish peace and security in the region often face immense hurdles due to deep-rooted historical grievances and ongoing
political complexities.
 Social justice
Social justice here refers to the fair and just treatment of all individuals
involved, regardless of their nationality, religion, or ethnic origin.

People of Palestinian have faced:

• Systemic inequalities.
• Injustices.
• Displacement.
• Limited access to resources.
• Limited political autonomy.

The search for social justice in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict also

includes issues of land rights, settlements, and access to resources.

Achieving social justice in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict requires a

holistic approach that not only addresses immediate concerns such as
access to resources and legal rights, but also acknowledges historical
wrongs and seeks reconciliation.
Impact of waron children's mental health
Findings asserts that traumatic war experiences consistently affect children's psychological well-being and development,
surpassing the level of anxiety and disturbances experienced by adults.

Psychologist like Freud and Burlingham stress that war has an all-embracing impact on a child's emotional development, on
his attitudes as well as on his experiences of human relations, moral norms, and outlook on life.

War and all violence of war can affect a child in the following ways:
In their language, concept formation, in play, their games and drawing.
The enemy becomes the object of a child's aggression and fear, replacing objects which dominate his emotions in peacetime.

Palestine children's:
Palestinian children living in the shadow of Israeli hostility draw hardly anything else than soldiers, fighters, gunboats, and
bombs.

Numerous studies and reports consistently highlight the severe and pervasive impact of prolonged conflict on the
psychological well-being of Palestinian children. Exposure to violence, loss of loved ones, displacement, and constant
insecurity deeply traumatize these young individuals.

Limited access to mental health resources, including therapy and support, further exacerbates their suffering.

The ongoing conflict in Palestine has a profound and enduring effect on the mental health of children, demanding urgent
attention and comprehensive intervention strategies to address their psychological trauma and promote healing and
resilience.
 Impact of War and Violence
on
Children’s Emotional Development

Studies completed during the Second World War give us plenty of examples as to how a traumatic war
experience has disturbed a child's development from one stage to another. At the oedipal development stage,
a child may sometimes wish the death of the other parent and thus the missed relief in emotional competition
that the absence of the other parent may bring. If the father then actually dies or his return from the front is
delayed, the boy may experience intolerable guilt.

Traumatic experiences and persistent stress may prevent a child from developing a healthy feeling of
invulnerability, i.e., a feeling that one can control one's fate and course of life and affect the events around
oneself.

Facing continuous external threats, a child finds it difficult to trust other people and to look confidently to the
future. Some children completely deny their fantasy world, some seem quite indifferent when learning that
they have lost a member of the family or when watching soldiers destroy their homes.
Sometimes a child does not mention one word about the terror he has gone through, nor is there any trace of
its in his play.
 Critical Thinking

PsychologicalAspects
of Israel-Palestine Conflict

Presented by:
Areej Nazeer Khan
 Introduction to the conflict
Introduction:

• Multifaceted Impact of Arab Leaders on

Palestine
• Political, Diplomatic, and Historical Factors

Regional Dynamics

• Iranian President's call for a unified position

• Support from Turkey and Iran for Palestine
• Recent controversial actions by Saudi Arabia
Arab Leaders and Palestine
 Arab Leaders and Palestine
• Discrepancy between words and actions
• Arab leaders' historical indifference to Palestinian plight
• Influence of regional complexities on the situation
“WORLDS LEADERS STOP THE
SLAUGHTER OF CHILDREN”
 PUBLIC OPINION
• Arab public's condemnation of Israel's actions
• Potential for mass upheaval if no action is taken
• Calls for reconsideration of normalization agreements
 De-normalization Process

• Need for Palestinian Authority

to sever ties with Israel
• Arab leaders uniting to end the
genocide in Gaza
• Speaking in one voice for Arab
and Palestinian rights

Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Background

• 1967 Israeli invasion of West

Bank and Gaza
• Creation of Palestinian
Authority in mid-1990s
• International community's view
on the territories as "occupied"
 Two-State Solution
• Two-state solution, proposed framework for
resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict by
establishing two states for two peoples: Israel
for the Jewish people and Palestine for the
Palestinian people.

• Vision of an independent State of Palestine

alongside Israel

• Boundary dispute based on 1967 lines UN

resolution 242 calling for Israeli withdrawal
 World Health Organization's
Concerns

•WHO's call for access to health and

humanitarian assistance

•Meeting with Egyptian President for

facilitating aid to Gaza

•Urgent need for medical supplies and fuel

in Gaza hospitals
Conclusion of Psychological issues

• Overview of Psychological Issues in

Palestine
• High prevalence of mental health problems
• Systematic variations across regions and
demographics

Impact of Violence on Mental

Health

• Iranian President's call for a unified

position
• Support from Turkey and Iran for Palestine
• Recent controversial actions by Saudi
Arabia
Strategies to Overcome
Psychological Issues

• Importance of inhibiting
potential terrorists
• Producing dissension
within groups
• Facilitating exit from
extremist groups
• Reducing support for
extremist leaders
Political Agendas and Peace Processes

• Influence of political leaders

on public opinion
• Dynamics of peace processes
on psychological well-being
• Impact of national interests
on attitudes
 Hopelessness and Despair
• The cyclical nature of the conflict
• Economic hardships contributing to hopelessness
• Lack of tangible progress towards a lasting peace agreement
Psychosocial Impact on Children
• Trauma and disrupted childhoods
• Educational disruptions and uncertainty about the future
• Emotional and behavioral challenges
• Identity struggles and limited recreational opportunities
Addressing Children's Psychosocial
Challenges

• Importance of mental health support

services
• Creating safe spaces for play and learning
• Working towards a sustainable resolution to
the conflict
• Comprehensive efforts to break the cycle of
despair

Conclusion and Call to Action

• The need for collective efforts to address

psychological issues
• Fostering an environment for growth and
resilience
• Prioritizing the well-being of the Palestinian
people
 Mental Health Services in Palestine

• Challenges faced in providing mental health services

• Ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, political instability, and economic hardships
Stigmatization of Mental Health

• Cultural taboos and lack of understanding

• Reluctance to seek mental health support due to stigma
 Scarce Resources and Infrastructure

• Strain on healthcare resources and infrastructure

• Limited funding, insufficient facilities, and a shortage of professionals
 Economic Hardships

• High unemployment rates and poverty

• Difficulty affording mental health services

Displacement and Refugee Camp

Conditions

• Concentration of people in challenging conditions

• Limited resources in refugee camps affecting
mental health services

Lack of Mental Health Education

• Limited awareness and education about mental health

• Impact on recognizing signs of mental health issues
and accessing support
 Political Instability and
Funding Challenges
• Influence of political climates on mental health services
• Fluctuations in international aid impacting sustainability
Strengthening Mental
Health Services
• Comprehensive efforts needed locally and internationally
• Investing in infrastructure, training professionals, reducing
stigma, and advocating for increased support
 Journalists in Palestine
covering the conditions of
Palestinians
Presented By
Ayesha Azhar
MOTAZ AZAIZA
 Before the recent genocidal Israeli campaign in Gaza
began, Motaz Azaiza was just another photographer on
social media with a few followers. Today, he is one of the
most popular digital journalists depicting the ground
reality. Based in Gaza, the photographer is employed by
the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA)
for Palestine Refugees. He has been uploading images of
bombings, deaths, and relief efforts.

In concluding Motaz Azaiza's interview with The New

Arab, he has a message for the world:
"We need someone from outside to stand, to literally
stand, in the face of Israel and stop the genocide. “We are
totally burnt out. We have bled enough, more than
enough. We have lost a lot. We pray for normality, that is
it. That's why I'm calling for an immediate ceasefire.
People in Gaza cannot bear it anymore," Motaz finishes.
WAEL AL-DAHDOUH
Wael Al-Dahdouh (is a Palestinian journalist and the
bureau chief of Al Jazeera in Gaza City.
His career, beginning in 1998, also spanned working
for Al-Quds newspaper, acting as a
correspondent for Voice of Palestine, in the Second
Intifada, and as a correspondent for Al
Arabiya, with his role with Al-Jazeera starting in 2004.
His wife and children were killed in an
Israeli airstrike on the Nuseirat refugee camp during the
2023 Israel–Hamas war.
.

Dahdouh was broadcasting live during the 2023

Israel–Hamas war when he learned his family had
been killed in an Israel airstrike.
• His wife.
• His daughter Sham (aged 7).
• His son Mahmoud (aged 15)
• A grandchild were killed along with 21 others.
PALESTINIAN JOURNALISTS
KILLED BY ISRAELI ARMY
• The death toll of Palestinian journalists by the
Israeli army since Oct. 7 has risen to 7 ,
authorities in Gaza.

• Shireen Abu Akleh: She was a prominent

Palestinian-American journalist who worked as a
reporter for 25 years for Al Jazeera, before she
was killed by an Israeli soldier while wearing a
blue press vest and covering a raid on the Jenin
refugee camp in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.

• Since the conflict a total of 73 Palestinian

journalists were killed by the Israeli forces
 ROLE OF CRITICALTHINKING
AND
DECISION MAKING
Presented by:
Alishba Shahid (FA22-BPY-014)
 Role of Critical Addressing Integrating
Role of Decision
Thinking & Psychological Cultural
Making
Decision-Making Barriers Competence

• Importance of • Effective DM for • Building trust • Cultural sensitivity

critical thinking and navigating political, through creative in decision-making
decision-making in social, and initiatives • Educational
addressing the economic factors • Creating a programs for cross-
conflict • Considering long- psychologically safe cultural
• Contributions to term consequences environment for understanding
nuanced and addressing decision-making
understanding, psychological
effective problem- barriers
solving, and
sustainable peace
 Conclusion Highlights
• Long-standing Struggles: Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza
have faced political fights, social issues, and physical struggles for
years.
• Impact on Mental Health: Ongoing trauma, violence, and stress
affect the mental health, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of both
Israelis and Palestinians.
• Unresolved Conflict: Despite numerous peace initiatives, a
conclusive resolution to the Israel-Palestine conflict remains
elusive.
• Path to Peace: Achieving peace requires addressing core issues,
fostering mutual trust, and engaging in sustained diplomatic efforts.
• International Support: International support, diplomacy, and a
shared vision for a peaceful future are crucial for resolving the
conflict.
Psychological Aspects and Future Outlook
• Complex Dynamics :The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is marked by deeply
entrenched narratives, grievances, and geopolitical considerations.
• Role of Arab Leaders :Arab leaders play a multifaceted role influenced by
political, diplomatic, and historical factors, impacting the pursuit of justice
and stability for Palestinians.
• Creative Thinking and Decision Making: Resolving the conflict requires
creative thinking and mutual decision-making from both Israeli and
Palestinian governments.
• Psychological Impact: The conflict has profound psychological consequences,
extending beyond recognized psychiatric disorders, with implications for
cognitive, emotional, and behavioral dimensions.
• Future Outlook: Recognizing potential psychological shifts and implementing
interventions addressing root causes is essential for a sustainable and peaceful
resolution.
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