Long-term psychological consequences of multiple war-related loss among women survivors of Srebrenica and other Eastern Bosnia regions: a qualitative focus group study

Thirty years after the Bosnian war, women survivors from Srebrenica and surrounding regions continue to live with profound and enduring psychological consequences of trauma and loss. Their narratives highlight the long-term nature of war-related suffering, the central role of social and institutional context, and the importance of culturally embedded, relational forms of support. These findings underscore the need for sustained, survivor-centered, and trauma-informed mental health services in post-conflict settings and contribute to a deeper understanding of long-term female survivor consequences following mass violence.