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Amputee children in Gaza rebuild confidence through swimming program
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In a swimming pool in Deir al-Balah, children who have lost limbs are participating in a program designed to restore their confidence and address psychological trauma, the Palestine News Network reported. The initiative extends beyond teaching swimming skills to help young amputees process their experiences and regain a sense of normalcy.
The program represents an effort to support children facing both physical and emotional challenges resulting from injury or loss of limbs. Participants work toward rebuilding their psychological resilience while engaging in an adaptive sport that allows them to reconnect with activities typical of childhood.
