Mental Health of Teke-Yaka Conflict Victims in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Auteur(s): Ozowa Latem Josué, Manwanina Koko Pätric, Kanakana Kandala Blaise, Kamwangala Kadiata Donatien, Mwabokote SergeNom de la revue/Journal: Published by Canadian Center of Science and Education
Mois: mai
Volume: 14
Numéro: 2
Année: 2025
pages: 64-68
Résumé
<p>This study investigates how community violence affects the mental health of Teke-Yaka conflict victims in the Bandundu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. We assessed 111 participants using the satisfaction with life scale, PCL-S, and resilience scale. The analysis of data shows that victims of the Teke-Yaka conflict experience significant mental health challenges, including psychological distress, hyperarousal, intrusion, and avoidance. However, these individuals also exhibit resilience. Keywords: mental health, victims, community conflict</p>