On World Mental Health Day 2025, we spotlight the often-hidden emotional impact of humanitarian emergencies. While physical injuries are visible, the psychological scars from crises—wars, pandemics, and disasters—can last a lifetime. One in five people affected by emergencies will develop a mental health condition, yet support is too often neglected. This article urges that mental health care should be a cornerstone of every response, restoring hope and resilience for individuals and communities. No one should be left behind when it comes to healing the mind.

On World Mental Health Day 2025, we spotlight the often-hidden emotional impact of humanitarian emergencies. While physical injuries are visible, the psychological scars from crises—wars, pandemics, and disasters—can last a lifetime. One in five people affected by emergencies will develop a mental health condition, yet support is too often neglected. This article urges that mental health care should be a cornerstone of every response, restoring hope and resilience for individuals and communities. No one should be left behind when it comes to healing the mind.