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‘I’m not giving up’: Painting serves as therapy for Afghan women struggling with depression

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A 19-year-old Afghan girl, Khushi, grew depressed after being banned from education. With the support of her family she began seeing a psychiatrist and taking art classes, where painting began to bring her joy and fulfilment. As a result of decades of war and turmoil, about half of Afghans have suffered mental health issues and have little access to mental health services. More and more women are struggling with psychological distress after the Taliban restricted women’s rights to work and education.

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