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Early intervention can change this trajectory. Essam underscores that the brain, especially in children, temporarily remains malleable immediately after trauma. Interventions during this window can help the brain store experiences as positive or manageable, thus safeguarding mental well-being for the future.
The Story of Omar: Turning Trauma into Empowerment
To illustrate his point, Essam shares a compelling story about Omar, a young Syrian boy who arrived in the Mediterranean Sea on a boat with his family, visibly terrified.