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Ellen O’Hara Staff Writer |
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The American Psychological
Association provides a guide to help families and other individuals
through Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. “Give yourself time
to heal,” it says, “and anticipate that this will be
a difficult time in your life. Allow yourself to mourn the losses
you have experienced. Try to be patient with changes in your emotional
state. Ask for support from people who care about you and who will
listen and empathize with your situation. But keep in mind that
your typical support system may be weakened if those who are close
to you also have experienced or witnessed the trauma.”
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Ellen
O'Hara is a senior at The College of New Jersey majoring in communication
with a minor in English. After graduating in May 2003, she hopes
to begin a career in television, radio or film production. |
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