Tips & Tools
PTSD
First defined by the American Psychiatric Association in 1980, post-traumatic stress disorder — PTSD — is now a widely-recognized diagnosis backed up by decades of science. What do reporters need to know about PTSD, how it affects those we cover, and the impact of covering trauma on journalists?
Dart Resources
Choosing a Psychotherapist
A guide for journalists seeking therapy for personal or work-related issues.
Covering Trauma in Latin America
Journalists and trauma experts from throughout the Americas discuss how to meet the special challenges faced in reporting violence and remaining resilient.
Beyond the Breaking Point
Caught between military occupation and separatist terrorism, a society that doesn't talk about mental health is desperate for psychiatrists, faith healers, medication — anything that could help heal "one of the most traumatized places on earth." A multimedia exclusive.
Teaching Trauma Through Case Studies
A professor of journalism at Indiana University offers two sample assignments that teach concepts related to victims and trauma by engaging students' interest in real-world reporting.
Oklahoma City Bombing
A look at the resources available to Oklahoma City recovery workers suffering from stress and depression.
Outside Resources
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Information for the Media
International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies
An excellent compilation of general information, fact sheets, and specialized trauma resources for journalists and media professionals.
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Terrorism and Disasters
International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies
A variety of educational materials for clinicians and individuals to use in response to terror attacks around the world.
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PTSD in Journalists
National Center for PTSD
A National Center for PTSD Fact Sheet that discusses traumatic events encountered by journalists and key studies pertaining to journalists and PTSD.
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Child Sexual Abuse
National Center for PTSD
A National Center for PTSD Fact Sheet. It details the effects of sexual abuse on children, and adults exposed to sexual abuse as children.
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The Effects of Community Violence on Children and Adolescents
National Center for PTSD
A National Center for PTSD Fact Sheet. A summary of the specific effects of community violence on children and adolescents.
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Terrorist Attacks and Children
National Center for PTSD
A summary of research involving children's responses to terrorism and strategies for helping them recover.
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Childhood Traumatic Grief: Educational Materials [PDF]
National Child Traumatic Stress Network
The NCTSN has published recommendations for journalists who cover childhood trauma.
All Tips & Tools
Publications for Topic
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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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News Media and Trauma
This documentary, available online and on DVD, features a wide range of Australian journalists their recounting experiences covering traumatic stories.
Sources
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Reuters
Global information and news service
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Science Daily
The latest research news. Lots of useful information.
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Miller-McCune
Resource for Research, Media and Public Policy.
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Reuters
Global information and news service
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Science Daily
The latest research news. Lots of useful information.
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Miller-McCune
Resource for Research, Media and Public Policy.