Dealing
with children affected by the war workshop
• The duration of the workshop
was two hours from ten till twelve in the afternoon
• Miss Ola Ataya was the trainer
This workshop centered on issue
related to the psychological problems of children as the
result of the war. It emphasized on the child’s
psychological health his needs and desires. It also emphasized
on understanding the danger behind using some terms haphazardly
which impeded communication with children and their parents.
The trainees were able to introduce problems that children
affected by the war face as well as identify the psychological
needs of children. These needs focused on security, stability,
and the basic needs of food and shelter. They were introduced
to the problems that result from not satisfying these
needs such as nervous disorders and bed-wetting. The method
used in this workshop emphasized on the trainees active
participation in identifying the problems, suggesting
solutions and discussing their efficacy.
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