Floods linked to persistent mental health issues across four African nations

A multi-country study across four African countries finds that exposure to floods is associated with a significant increase in mental health problems, with a quarter of cases potentially attributable to such events. The findings underscore the long-term psychological impact of climate-related disasters and the need to integrate mental health support into disaster response. The study's methodology and generalizability beyond the studied populations remain to be fully assessed.

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