This study examines the impact of the Syrian conflict on the physical, mental, and social well-being of Syrians using data from the Gallup World Poll. Analysis of face-to-face interview data from 11,452 Syrian participants (2008-2015) reveals substantial declines across all three domains of well-being. The effects are widespread, impacting various demographics regardless of direct conflict exposure, suggesting nationwide spillover effects. Global data (1.7 million participants across 163 countries, 2006-2016) further demonstrates that Syria's well-being decline is unprecedented, exceeding that of other countries facing war, protests, or disasters. The findings underscore the urgent need for peace to restore well-being in Syria.

Felix Cheung, Amanda Kube, Louis Tay, Edward Diener, Joshua J. Jackson, Richard E. Lucas, Michael Y. Ni, Gabriel M. Leung