Programs of the Armenian Psychoanalytic Association
In 2021, the Armenian Psychoanalytic Association implemented a psychological support program for soldiers who participated in the war and for their family members, in cooperation with the Armenian branch of Première Urgence Internationale.
The main objective of the program was to support the overcoming of psychological trauma, stress reactions, grief, and adjustment difficulties resulting from the war. Special attention was given not only to the mental health of the soldiers themselves, but also to the well-being and recovery of their families.
Within the framework of the program, the following services were provided:
individual psychological counseling,
crisis intervention,
family support meetings,
psychoanalytic and psychotherapeutic work,
professional referrals and continuous psychological support.
The work was carried out in accordance with the principles of professional ethics, confidentiality, and a trauma-informed approach. The program aimed to create a safe environment where war participants and their relatives could openly speak about their experiences, fears, losses, and inner tensions.
The Armenian Psychoanalytic Association continues to emphasize the importance of long-term post-war mental health recovery programs, stressing that psychological support is a key component of social rehabilitation.
