Introduction
Violence is one of the most heinous crimes that cause pain not only to the target but also to everyone around. It leads to instability, including mental, in victims of violence, which can lead to many problems. The problems of victims vary from one individual to another. They can experience psychological and physical pain and, at the same time, have a great need for emotional support and understanding. In this case, communities play an essential role in helping victims of violence in reintegration into society.
Experienced Issues
The problems that victims may face include post-traumatic stress disorder, antisocial behavior, insomnia, nervous attacks, aggression, problems with emotions, premature aging, and even suicide attempts (Busch et al., 2020). In addition, victims may experience strong emotional reactions, which can cause avoidance of funerals and places associated with loss, heightened anxiety, and a tendency to age prematurely.
Losing a loved one can lead to financial difficulties, as many rely on financial help from those around them. This can lead to inadequate resources for education, food, and medical care (S Miller et al., 2019). In addition, victims may experience social isolation. They may feel lonely and isolated when the people around them cannot fully understand their loss and feelings (Robinson et al., 2021). This can lead to victims avoiding events that may remind them of the person they lost.
Reintegration
Communities have a potent influence on society and can provide real help to victims of violence. Primarily, they can give the victims a safe place to feel secure. Different communities, such as churches, human rights organizations, and other volunteer groups, can organize support and assistance for victims of violence. They can provide financial support, psychological counseling, and help finding employment or education.
Communities can strengthen victims of violence, aiming to overcome fear and insecurity (Rafferty, 2021). Communities can create a space for communication and exchanging ideas and feelings to help victims of violence understand that they are not alone (Maruna & Brunilda, 2020). They can also provide victims of violence with information about their rights and access to resources available to them.
In addition, communities can create opportunities for collaboration with other organizations and groups that may provide legal assistance and other resources for victims of violence. Communities can also play an essential role in adequately representing victims of violence and combating it. They can develop awareness and advocacy programs, hold educational campaigns, and call on other groups to action (Armeanu, 2019). This will help to change society’s attitude toward victims of violence and allow them to show their strength and overcome difficulties.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it can be said that after a person has experienced violence or after the loss of loved ones, victims suffer a vast number of problems. They may experience psychological and physical pain, have financial issues, experience social isolation, and feel a constant need for emotional support. Therefore, it is necessary to give them enough support to help them overcome their problems. Communities can provide support and assistance to victims of violence, help them recover, and fight for their rights. This demonstrates how important it is for the community to take part in solving the problem of violence and helping victims on their path to full reintegration.
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