الجزیره فارسی
پایگاه خبری و تحلیلی 
Yemen, a country that is being destroyed by an endless war, is now facing a new and exhausting challenge: a mental health crisis. After ۱۲ years since the start of this war, statistics show that nearly ۷ million Yemenis have suffered from psychological injuries and pressures that require specialized support. Among them, only ۱۲۰,۰۰۰ people from this population are able to access mental health services.
Psychological Genocide in the Shadow of War
This dire situation reflects a bitter reality: war not only takes lives but also affects the spirit and psyche of future generations. Many Yemeni children and adolescents have witnessed horrific violence and, as a result, are at risk of psychological disorders. This generation, which is directly confronted with the effects of war, is passing these traumas on to future generations.
Despite the urgent need for psychiatric services, the existing infrastructure in Yemen is severely limited. Clinics and treatment centers, due to high costs and lack of sufficient resources, cannot meet the needs of this large population. This issue forces many individuals, especially youth and children, to struggle alone with their mental health problems.
Future Outlook
While the international community is paying attention to humanitarian issues in Yemen, it seems that the emphasis on the mental health of this country has not yet been prioritized. This is while the psychological crisis can have dire consequences for the future of Yemen. If this issue is not addressed, not only the current generation but also future generations will grapple with the serious repercussions of this war.
Yemen is currently struggling to establish peace and stability, but without attention to the mental health of its citizens, these efforts may not bear fruit. In fact, the reconstruction of Yemen requires attention to the psychological and social dimensions that have been severely damaged in the shadow of war.
