Objective: The aim of this study is to comprehensively examine the multifaceted effects of extraordinary circumstances such as war, natural disasters, and forced migration on children's physical, psychological, social, and moral development, and to contribute to the development of effective protection, intervention, and rehabilitation strategies in these processes. Method: This study was conducted using a literature review methodology, examining epidemiological studies, clinical observations, and field reports from national and international databases. Post-traumatic mental disorders in children, healthcare access problems, violence, and abuse were analyzed thematically. Results: Research has revealed that following extraordinary circumstances, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and behavioral problems become prevalent among children. Additionally, it was determined that serious disruptions occur in access to basic healthcare services, vaccination rates decline, and infectious disease risks increase. It has been observed that in situations of war and migration, children face increased risks of physical violence, abuse, and being used as child soldiers. Conclusion: Considering children's vulnerable nature against extraordinary circumstances, strengthening specialized health and psychosocial support services for children during crisis periods is of great importance. The development of rehabilitation programs that support post-traumatic recovery processes, preventive mental health services, and child-centered crisis intervention policies plays a critical role in protecting child health in the long term.
Migration, War, Child health, Trauma, Psychosocial support