Many Ukrainians abroad struggle financially, find it hard to integrate into host societies and, most importantly, suffer from being separated from their loved ones. Displaced women and children are mostly on their own, and families face the prospect of being split indefinitely.
"Don't Leave Me Behind: Stories of Young Ukrainian Survival" chronicles the lives of Ukrainian teenage refugees.what it was like covering the conflict.
It is critical to note that the trauma of war can lead to a wide range of emotional and psychological reactions. Among Ukrainian refugees who are living in this limbo, we see higher levels of helplessness, feelings of hopelessness, anxiety, and fear, especially women with children.
How are Ukrainian and non-Ukrainian refugees treated in the EU? Currently, Ukrainians benefit from the unprecedented implementation of the Temporary Protection Directive, which allows Ukrainian refugees to reside, seek employment, and attend school in the EU for three years, no official asylum approval necessary
War-affected populations are at increased risk for mental health problems including PTSD, anxiety and depression (Morina et al., 2018). However, images and information on war posted on social media can also have a negative impact on mental health outside Ukraine.
