Abstract

In the following paper we tried to highlight the historical, socioeconomically, and political context of Palestinians living in the Occupied Territories. During the last two decades many historical and political events had occurred. From the first Intifada to Oslo agreement to Al Aqsa Intifada to factional fighting, and lastly the Gaza siege and war on Gaza on 2014. Political violence inflicted on Palestinians escalated day after day and oppression methods changed from time to time. In the following paper were are reviewing the prevalence rate of PTSD, anxiety, and depression due to stress and trauma. Lastly, we are discussing the common intervention programs conducted in the area to help children to overcome the consequences of trauma and other adversities.

Keywords: Political violence; Children; stress; Trauma; PTSD; Depression; Anxiety; Psychological interventions