Education as a protective factor for mental health risks among youth living in highly dangerous regions in Afghanistan

• Main Authors: V. Kovess-Masfety (Author), R. L. Frounfelker (Author), K. Keyes (Author), E. Karam (Author), Ajmal Sabawoon (Author), Bashir Ahmad Sarwari (Author), M. Husky (Author), N. Kaur (Author), C. Rousseau (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2023-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Children in Afghanistan live in dangerous areas, and have been exposed to traumatic events and chaotic education. Progress has been made on access to education for girls who were the most affected by traditional attitudes against engagement in education. Objectives The objectives...