March 2022
Ukraine and Russia: Understanding How the Conflict Relates to Mental Health
On Feb. 24, 2022, Russia launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine, with news outlets, social media, and other information platforms having since disseminated a variety of narratives about and reactions to this military development. From healthcare establishments to professional sports franchises, religious bodies to institutions of learning, the response has been great.
Understanding the intricacies of needs amid this conflict is essential for mental healthcare providers, many of whom support those directly or indirectly impacted by the invasion. Please join Trust the Process this week as Nicole Aandahl, Senior Vice President for People and Culture at the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, D.C., provides information about this conflict, describes her experiences of working and living in the affected areas, and engages in a discussion to further our understanding.