Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma

A resource for journalists who cover violence

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Interview

Jan 1 2005

Unraveling Media and Trauma Connections

By Meg Spratt

Betty Pfefferbaum, winner of the first ISTSS Frank Ochberg Award for Research in Trauma and the Media, discusses what journalists can learn from her research.
In Depth

Aug 21 2001

Suicide Coverage Can Amplify Problem

By Sherry Ricchiardi

A national panel of experts in suicide, behavioral science and the media cautions and advises journalists on how to report this sensitive subject.
In Depth

Suicide and Depression

What Journalists Should Know

By Frank Ochberg

Clinical psychiatrist and trauma expert Frank Ochberg discusses medical aspects of depression and suicide.

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Tragedies & Journalists

A 40-page guide to help journalists, photojournalists and editors report on violence while protecting both victims and themselves.

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Covering Children & Trauma

When children are victims of violence, journalists have a responsibility to report the truth with compassion and sensitivity.

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