It has been over one year now that the war has raged in Ukraine. The effect on the soldiers’ mental health is dramatic, and as we have learned from the U.S. veterans, there will be lasting issues for those who have participated in the war. Additionally, the refugees will bear the pain of the war as they are displaced and families are ripped apart. Here are some insights to the lingering effects and how we can support those impacted.
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