The Big Picture
On 27 September, (right) UNICEF Advocate for Children Affected by War Ishmael Beah speaks at a panel discussion on the Paris Commitments and Paris Principles on Children Associated with Armed Forces or Armed Groups. Beside him is UNICEF Executive Director Anthony Lake. © UNICEF/NYHQ2010-2036/Susan Markisz
- Threats of violence and acts which could possibly cause harm, as well as those that actually do. The harm involved can be to a person's mind and their general health and well-being, as well as to their body.
- Deliberate harm people do to themselves, including killing themselves.
- Physical health problems, such as changes in the development of the brain, injuries, bruises and fractures.
- Difficulties in dealing with other people. learning problems.
- Finding it hard to express feelings in a way that other people can understand.
- Emotional health problems including anxiety, depression, aggression or even wanting to kill him or herself.
- Being more likely to do dangerous things like using drugs or having sex at a very young age.
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