Arts-based psychosocial care to be included in trauma therapy for kids

Unicef & KSDMA had used the approach at relief camps following landslides in Wayanad

- SHAINU MOHAN @T'Puram

IN a first-of-its kind initiative to enhance the mental health and emotional well-being of children left traumatized by natural disasters or other crises, Unicef has joined hands with Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) to introduce arts-based psychosocial care, along with traditional forms of therapy and care.

The two organizations had provided arts-based psychosocial care to children at relief camps following the landslides in Wayanad. According to official sources, the new approach aims to provide a more child-friendly space and support for children in distress.