Mental health support for displaced Palestinian children and young people in Qatar: integrated service responses amid the conflict

The protracted hostilities in Gaza have significantly affected the mental health of children and young people, many of whom have witnessed extreme violence. This article describes Qatar’s coordinated humanitarian and mental health response to the crisis, focusing on displaced youth from Gaza. The initiative includes trauma-focused care, integrated primary care and mental health services, safe accommodation and appropriate psychosocial support. Specialist mental health clinics were established, diagnosing post-traumatic stress disorder and other mental disorders in a significant proportion of children. Tailored psychological interventions were provided, alongside pharmacotherapy, where necessary. Qatar’s model offers a comprehensive and replicable approach for other humanitarian settings.