Mechanisms of risk and resilience among war-affected adolescents in Gaza: the mediating role of posttraumatic stress and the moderating role of prosocial behavior

Key Points

• Adolescents exhibiting high levels of prosocial behavior show improved resilience against posttraumatic stress.
• The study highlights that posttraumatic stress acts as a mediator in the risk-resilience dynamic.
• Assessment using survey data from adolescents in Gaza reveals notable psychological trends.
• Findings suggest targeted mental health interventions could promote resilience among affected youths.