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fromNature
2 weeks ago

How scientists exposed to other people's trauma find support

Researchers exposed to traumatic material can develop vicarious trauma, causing nightmares, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, requiring institutional support and preventive workplace policies.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Hidden Gift of Helping

Helping people through trauma can produce vicarious post-traumatic growth alongside vicarious trauma, allowing meaning, renewal, and strengthened purpose despite emotional costs.
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fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

When Political Violence Becomes Kids' Content

Continuous, repetitive media exposure to violent or traumatic events saturates children's feeds and can produce vicarious trauma and increased psychological stress before adults can intervene.
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Vicarious Trauma and Survivor Guilt in Kerrville

Vicarious trauma is most often attributed to first responders, military service members, emergency medical personnel, and allied professionals who experience continuous exposure to incidents of trauma and violation.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Flying After a Fall

This tragedy didn't just rattle the aviation industry. It quietly reached into the lives of those who fly—for love, work, or home.
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