The large-scale conflict in Iraq caused forced displacement of civilian populations across the country to run from the fights. Displacement often has acute and long-term impact on the mental health and social behaviour of these populations. Première Urgence Internationale is working in the country in mental and psychosocial health to help these families to overcome their difficulties. Here is the story of the life of Abu and his family and how they manage to overcome isolation.

Liam Kelly spent two years in iraq for Première Urgence Internationale. Back from his mission, he tells us about his experience as a Head of Mission in a country that he is still trying to understand.