MANSI BHAMBRI | Dehradun
The recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, has had a significant social impact on many individuals within the community and has the potential to affect the psychic condition of some of them, the experts said. Notably, in response to the attack, many people in the city participated in protests, while others in Dehradun, Vikasnagar and Haridwar expressed their outrage by painting and displaying images of the Pakistani flag on the streets. Experts emphasised that this attack has influenced society, leading to a rise in anger, frustration and resentment among individuals.
A clinical neuropsychologist Dr Sona Kaushal Gupta expressed her concerns regarding the recent attack in Kashmir. She said that this incident has had a widespread social impact, resulting in feelings of anger, frustration, hatred, anxiety and more among the people. In response, many individuals have chosen to express their outrage through rallies and protests. However, she emphasised that this reaction is misguided, as it ultimately harms their mental well-being and disrupts the community atmosphere. She advised that people should strive to remain calm and avoid resorting to expressing their aggression. She stressed that any decisions and actions regarding the situation fall under the government’s responsibility, and individuals should focus on their own responsibilities while allowing the government to take appropriate action.
In addition, clinical psychologist Dr Pratibha Sharma stated that this incident has sparked widespread feelings of anger and frustration among the public. She emphasised that social media plays a crucial role in amplifying these emotions and their effects. The influence of social media has fuelled feelings of revenge, stress and other negative emotions within the community. Dr Sharma noted that the violent reactions stemming from this incident could adversely affect individuals’ mental well-being, which may subsequently impact their physical health. She advised people to remain patient and allow the government to make decisions or take action regarding the situation. Engaging in protests and similar activities is likely to harm both their mental health and the overall atmosphere of society.
