Dr Baraa Almansour is an academic.
She wrote her thesis on horticulture and specialised in the use of aromatherapy.
She studied a protocol designed for the Syrian population suffering from physical and mental disorders caused by the war.
Her protocol consists of a targeted massage of the hands or feet, using a preparation containing 2% essential oils.
It is used as a means of preventing stress and psychological depression, particularly in groups facing chronic psychological pressure (war).
Her evaluation involved 15 people and showed a significant improvement in physical condition, in addition to improved sleep quality and reduced stress levels, which was reflected in the psychological state of the patients.