PSYCHOSOCIAL SUPPORT OF THE POPULATION DURING AND AFTER ARMED CONFLICT

Abstract

Unfortunately, armed conflicts are an integral part of modern world history. They have a devastating impact not only on the economy and infrastructure but also on the social and mental well-being of millions of people. This article focuses on a comprehensive analysis and synthesis of modern approaches and practices of psychosocial support for the population during and after armed conflicts. The goal is to not only examine international experience but also to develop practical recommendations for improving the quality and effectiveness of this support within the Ukrainian context, taking into account the specific needs of affected population groups. This will contribute to the development of a national psychosocial assistance system that can adequately address the contemporary challenges facing Ukrainian society due to the protracted military conflict and its negative consequences. The purpose of the article is to analyze and synthesize modern approaches and practices of psychological and social support for the population during and after armed conflicts, and to highlight recommendations for increasing the effectiveness of this support in the Ukrainian context. Scientific novelty. The article’s scientific novelty lies in its interdisciplinary approach, which combines psychological, sociological, and political aspects to analyze the problems of psychosocial support. This approach allows the study to view traumatic experience not just as an individual problem but as a socio-cultural phenomenon that requires systemic solutions. Conclusions. The issue of psychosocial support for Ukraine’s population has become critically urgent due to the protracted armed conflict. The study confirmed that the traumatic experience of war significantly increases the level of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and also leads to an increase in anxiety and depression. The analysis showed that effective psychosocial support is a multifaceted system encompassing crisis intervention, long-term rehabilitation, and reintegration into society. It was found that Ukrainian specialists and international organizations are actively employing a number of modern approaches and methods to ensure access to psychological care despite limited resources. Additionally, the article emphasizes the importance of an interdisciplinary approach that combines psychological, sociological, and political aspects, while also accounting for cultural and gender considerations to create effective support programs.