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This chapter examines the growing prevalence of military conflicts in modern society and their profound psychological impact on both professional soldiers and civilians. Key areas of focus include the nature of war, the psychological challenges faced by veterans, and the broader societal effects of combat-related mental health issues. While many countries with professional armies have developed effective programs for recovery and reintegration, the widespread mobilization of civilians for military operations presents unique challenges, particularly as these individuals return home with physical and psychological wounds such as PTSD. The chapter highlights the lessons learned from historical conflicts, particularly the Vietnam War, which significantly advanced psychotherapeutic practices like group therapy. It emphasizes the pressing need for comprehensive mental health support in Ukraine, where millions of military personnel and their families have been affected by Russia’s invasion. The holistic approach of Positive Psychotherapy (PPT after Nossrat Peseschkian) is presented as a valuable framework for addressing the complex needs of these populations. Drawing on the experiences of Ukrainian positive psychotherapists from 2014 to 2024, the chapter explores practical applications of PPT in supporting the mental well-being of military families.

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Psychotherapy During War: Working with Soldiers and Separated Families

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    2025年

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  • Liudmyla Moskalenko,
  • Natalia Khanetska,
  • Oleksandra Nizdran,
  • Olena Lutsenko,
  • Svitlana Pidlypska

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This chapter examines the growing prevalence of military conflicts in modern society and their profound psychological impact on both professional soldiers and civilians. Key areas of focus include the nature of war, the psychological challenges faced by veterans, and the broader societal effects of combat-related mental health issues. While many countries with professional armies have developed effective programs for recovery and reintegration, the widespread mobilization of civilians for military operations presents unique challenges, particularly as these individuals return home with physical and psychological wounds such as PTSD. The chapter highlights the lessons learned from historical conflicts, particularly the Vietnam War, which significantly advanced psychotherapeutic practices like group therapy. It emphasizes the pressing need for comprehensive mental health support in Ukraine, where millions of military personnel and their families have been affected by Russia’s invasion. The holistic approach of Positive Psychotherapy (PPT after Nossrat Peseschkian) is presented as a valuable framework for addressing the complex needs of these populations. Drawing on the experiences of Ukrainian positive psychotherapists from 2014 to 2024, the chapter explores practical applications of PPT in supporting the mental well-being of military families.