Mental Health of Teke-Yaka Conflict Victims in the Democratic Republic of Congo

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.

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Public Administration Research
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2025-05-30
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https://doi.org/10.5539/par.v14n2p64
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Zoonotic diseases and public health
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Mental Health of Teke-Yaka Conflict Victims in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Ozowa Latem Josue, Kamuangala Kadiata Donatien, Manwanina Koko Patric, Kanakana Kandala Blaise et al.
Public Administration Research
Zoonotic diseases and public health
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Mental Health of Teke-Yaka Conflict Victims in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Ozowa Latem Josue, Kamuangala Kadiata Donatien, Manwanina Koko Patric, Kanakana Kandala Blaise, Mwabokote Serge
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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.

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