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Mood dysregulation disorder (EDD) is prevalent among sexually abused adolescents in Libya, with research indicating a higher risk of EDD in this population. The severity of EDD symptoms correlates with the extent of sexual abuse, and cultural norms may contribute to underdiagnosis. Effective treatment options, such as trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy, are essential for improving mental health outcomes in these adolescents.

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Mood dysregulation disorder (EDD) is prevalent among sexually abused adolescents in Libya, with research indicating a higher risk of EDD in this population. The severity of EDD symptoms correlates with the extent of sexual abuse, and cultural norms may contribute to underdiagnosis. Effective treatment options, such as trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy, are essential for improving mental health outcomes in these adolescents.

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Mood dysregulation disorder (EDD) is a significant issue among sexually abused

adolescents in Libya. Research indicates that adolescents who have been sexually abused are at a

greater risk of developing EDD compared to those who have not (Alghawi et al., 2021).

According to Curtin et al (2020), EDD is marked by persistent irritability, frequent mood

changes, and emotional instability, which can severely affect an adolescent’s daily life and

overall well-being.

Study by Al-Sadi et al (2020), found that sexually abused adolescents in Libya were more

prone to experiencing EDD symptoms than their non-abused counterparts. The study also

highlighted that the severity of EDD symptoms was positively correlated with the extent of

sexual abuse, suggesting a possible connection between the two (Al-Sadi et al., 2020).

Another study explored how cultural influences might affect the development and

manifestation of EDD in sexually abused adolescents in Libya (Al-Khalili et al., 2021). It

pointed out that Libyan cultural norms and gender roles may contribute to the stigmatization and

underdiagnosis of EDD within this group (Al-Khalili et al., 2021).

Moreover, studies have demonstrated that trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy

(TF-CBT) can be an effective treatment for EDD in sexually abused adolescents (Al-Hamad et

al., 2019). TF-CBT helps adolescents process their traumatic experiences and develop healthy

coping mechanisms (Al-Hamad et al., 2019).

Addressing EDD in sexually abused adolescents in Libya is crucial for enhancing their

mental health and overall quality of life. Healthcare providers, educators, and policymakers must

collaborate to raise awareness about EDD and offer culturally appropriate and accessible

treatment options for this vulnerable group.

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