Psychological distress among students in Egypt and Jordan during the initial months of the Gaza war.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Psychological distress has significantly impacted students in Egypt and Jordan. These countries have faced many challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the fallout from the conflict in Syria, and the war in Ukraine. These crises have had far-reaching consequences, affecting the economy, food security, and energy supplies, particularly with the increased number of refugees in these countries. Amid these existing complexities, the ongoing war in Gaza further exacerbates the situation, compounding mental health challenges. Therefore, this study aimed to analyze how the war in Gaza impacted the mental health of students in Egypt and Jordan.

Methods

We conducted a cross-sectional study involving students from Egypt and Jordan between December 2023 and January 2024

SUBMITTER: Hendawy M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11577846 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature