A
framework for considering psychosocial aspects is being prepared by the
ICMH in collaboration with Tulane and JHU. An abbreviated matrix already
has been prepared and vetted by Nancy Mock. The complete framework and
information management tools are to be available in draft form by end
August. Nancy Mock and Ellen Mathys have summarized current literature
on measuring psychosocial aspects of human security, which is part of
a larger information strategy document. This document is currently under
review by the expert review team. JHU has completed development of a mental
health assessment tool for field implementing agencies. This tool has
been field-tested. Instruments, manuals and training tools are posted
on the CERTI website.
The Psychosocial
Effects of Conflict-Related Trauma. Technical Advisory Group Meeting Report.
Paul
Bolton, Ellen Mathys, Nancy Mock.
Washington, D.C, World Vision, Johns Hopkins University. CERTI Project.
New Orleans, Payson Center for International Development and Technology
Transfer, Tulane University, August 2000.
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The psycho-social effects of conflict
in the Third World,
Summerfield, Derek. Development in Practice
Reader Development for Health. Vol. 1, Number 3 – Autumn 1991
Abstract: In current armed conflicts around the
world, over 90 per cent of casualties are civilians. This article reviews
medical and anthropological evidence of the psychosocial effects of extreme
experiences such as torture, mutilation, rape, and the violent displacement
of communities. The consequences for women and children are considered
in particular. The author argues that the social development programmes
of NGOs should be extended to support social networks and institutions
in areas of conflict, and ends by giving guidelines for mental health
promoters working in traumatised communities.
Psychosocial
Needs in Crisis
UNESCO, Education in Situations
of Emergency and Crisis, ASSESSMENT EFA/2000 - THEMATIC
STUDY
Psycho-social assistance
for children affected by armed conflict
IFRC,
Geneva: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies,
1999.
Psycho-Social
and Mental Health Programmes
UNHCR, Geneva, August 2000
