Problem
Inadequate assistance to victims of torture
Other Names:
Neglect of victims of torture Nature:
Rarely do countries have special funding for care structures for torture victims who often are in need of financial, social, medical and psychological help after release. Practically all victims suffer from multiple mental and physical sequelae to torture that prevent them from leading normal lives at work and at home. The immediate and long-term effects of physical and psychological abuse are oppressive: suicide is a not uncommon result of torture, either in prison to avoid further pain or after release due to the suffering that persists. The after-effects are felt by the families of the victims as well; they are often unqualified to give proper support and care. Because of their fear, some torture victims simply do not request medical help.
Incidence:
By 1992, only 3 centres for torture victims could be found worldwide, including one in Minneapolis, Copenhagen and Toronto.
Broader Problems:
Abuse of government powerNeglect of victims of crimeInadequate assistance to victims of human rights violations Related Problems:
TortureInhumane participation of the medical profession in torture Aggravates:
Disabled victims of torture Subject(s):
Development → AssistanceSocietal Problems → Deprivation
Societal Problems → Inadequacy
Societal Problems → Maltreatment
Societal Problems → Victims
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST