In Central African Republic, Violence, Traumatic Events Associated With Depression And Anxiety
Saturday, Sep. 18th 2010 6:52 AM
More than three-quarters of adults in the Central African Republic report witnessing or personally experiencing traumatic events during the most recent wave of violence, and more than half meet criteria for depression or anxiety, according to a report in the August 4 issue of JAMA, a theme issue on violence and human rights…
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