"The incidence of mental health conditions—particularly post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorders, and depression—is higher among people who are chronically exposed to violence. A shift in perception can be observed regarding how safe the world is and how people view their own lives."
"Someone suffering from cold, fear, or hunger has a much lower stress tolerance, and minor conflicts and disagreements in personal lives can escalate quickly. When basic needs aren't met, there are more frequent outbreaks of violence within the family. This takes a toll on social relationships which are actually the number one factor in resilience."
Iran faces multiple stressors affecting mental health: military attacks, political repression of protests, strict religious governance controlling personal freedoms like clothing, and economic sanctions. Psychologist Dana Churbaji explains that chronic exposure to violence increases incidence of PTSD, anxiety disorders, and depression. People under constant stress develop altered perceptions of safety and reduced stress tolerance. When basic needs like food, electricity, and communication become uncertain, individuals experience heightened anxiety and family violence increases. Social relationships are critical for resilience, but chronic stress and unmet basic needs damage these connections, leaving people more vulnerable to mental illness.
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