The unheard adversity”

The lived experiences of socially isolated survivors of wartime sexual assault

Bibliographic Data

ID15696003
AuthorsSisay Geda Bekele (Curtin University, corresponding author), Sentayehu Oljira Bekele, Ashenafi Kibret Sendekie (0000-0001-5982-853X, Curtin University), Mengesha Shumet Dessalegn (Woldia University), Mohammed Aragaw Abera (Woldia University), Alechew Assefa Sete (Ethiopian Civil Service University), Deriba Bekele Bedada (Woldia University), Sindew Asmare Wedi (0000-0002-2124-3111, Woldia University), Biruk Beletew Abate (0000-0003-0833-2504, Curtin University)
Year2025
Volume13
Issue1
Pages1404-1404
Publication date2025-12-22
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueBMC Psychology (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2050-7283 • E-ISSN: 2050-7283
PublisherBioMed Central (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1186/s40359-025-03803-9
PMID41430339
OpenAlexW7116706715
LanguageEN
References cited22

The trauma of war-related sexual violence has led to significant psychological, physical, and health impacts. Survivors report high levels of isolation, degradation, and mistreatment. Given service disruptions, international support is crucial, and adopting successful approaches from other countries is recommended. Comprehensive rehabilitation services from governmental and non-governmental agencies are essential for supporting these vulnerable individuals

Lived experience · Mental health · Occupational safety and health · Sexual abuse · Sexual assault · Sexual violence · Suicide prevention · Gender, Security, and Conflict · Human Factors and Ergonomics · Migration, Health and Trauma · Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Research · Rehabilitation

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