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ArticleConflict and health2026

Beyond survival: how social support and psychological security protect war-disabled individuals from post-traumatic stress in Yemen.

Fuad Taleb, Zakaria Mani, Asmaa Altaheri

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Fuad Taleb *Nursing Department, Taiz University, Taiz, Yemen. fuad.taleb@taiz.edu.ye.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-0787-9359
Zakaria Mani *Nursing Department, Jazan University, Jazan, Saudi Arabia.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4251-7652
Asmaa AltaheriNursing Department, Taiz University, Taiz, Yemen.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-5990-5192

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Abstract

backgroundArmed conflict in Yemen has led to severe physical disabilities and profound psychological distress among survivors. Understanding how social support and psychological security interact to protect mental well-being is crucial for post-conflict rehabilitation. Therefore this study aimed to assess the levels and prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), perceived social support, and psychological security among individuals with war-related disabilities in Yemen, and to examine the mediating role of psychological security in the relationship between social support and PTSD.

methodA cross-sectional study was conducted at a rehabilitation center in Taiz City from January to September 2025. Participants (n = 117) with conflict-related physical disabilities completed the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), the Psychological Security Scale (PSS), and the PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5). Mediation analysis was performed using the PROCESS macro.

resultsThe probable PTSD prevalence was 29.9% (95% CI 22.4%-38.7%). Perceived social support had a significant indirect effect on PTSD symptoms through psychological security (p < 0.05), but no significant direct effect. Psychological security statistically mediated the association between perceived social support and PTSD symptoms.

conclusionPsychological security may play a crucial role in the association between perceived social support and PTSD symptoms among war-disabled individuals. Rehabilitation programs should prioritize interventions that enhance both social support networks and psychological security to reduce PTSD symptoms.

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Conflict-related disabilityMediation analysisPost-traumatic stress disorderPsychological securitySocial supportYemen

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