24 March 2026

Lebanon's Collective Trauma

“Now They Just Watch the Sky.”
A striking reflection of Lebanon’s collective trauma — and a question worth asking: what happens to communities when crises never truly end?
Drawing on field observations and Restart Center’s work with displaced families and trauma survivors, this article explores the often-overlooked psychological toll of repeated crises — particularly on children and vulnerable groups.
At a time when attention is largely focused on immediate humanitarian needs, the piece calls for a deeper look into the long-term mental health consequences of prolonged instability, and the urgent need to integrate mental health and psychosocial support into recovery efforts.

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Lebanon's Collective Trauma

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