Children exposed to armed conflicts experience various long-term effects on their brain development and mental health. Research indicates that exposure to violence and instability during formative years can disrupt neural processes involved in emotional regulation, memory, and cognition. Such disruptions may manifest years later as difficulties in learning, emotional stability, and social interaction. Experts like Fergal Keane, who have reported extensively from conflict zones, observe that these children often carry scars invisible to the eye, scars that can influence their adult lives significantly. Interventions aimed at psychological healing and community support are being explored to mitigate these effects, focusing on resilience building and mental health care tailored specifically for children affected by war.