Part 61 - The Effect War and Military Strikes Have on Mental Health
January 3, 2026
This photo shows the fear and worry of a family in Venezuela in the early morning hours of January 3. The United States military had just attacked their country.
At the moment this photo was taken, there were many more questions than answers.
What effect does a military attack and war have on people’s mental health? Specifically, does exposure to war increase someone’s likelihood of becoming depressed and developing dementia?



