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Teaching Mass Shootings Leave Emotional and Mental Scars on Survivors, First Responders, and Millions of Others

Mass Shootings Leave Emotional and Mental Scars on Survivors, First Responders, and Millions of Others

News of another deadly shooting brings heartache and grief to the families and friends of the victims. These events also take a toll on others. This includes those who witnessed the shooting, first responders, and people who were nearby. It also includes those who heard about the shooting in the media.

Arash Javanbakht, Associate Professor of Psychiatry, Wayne State University
The Conversation

ESSENTIAL QUESTION:

How can we address the harmful effects that mass violence has on people?
STANDARDS:

DEPTH OF KNOWLEDGE (DOK) LEVELS:

2,3
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