JOUR 625 Lecture 40: Handling PTSD in the Courtroom
16 Jun 2020
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There are two types of trauma: post-traumatic stress disorder, this is experienced firsthand, secondary traumatic stress, this can happen when speaking with sources, this can also happen when viewing certain images. It can come from one event or a cumulation of multiple experiences you have as a reporter over time. Intrusive imagery: flashback memories, nightmares, avoidance responses, examples include, numbing out, avoiding reminders of the event, diminished interest, increased arousal, examples include, difficulty sleeping, heightened startle response, difficulty focusing. There are many concerns and problems that can happen, such as: Diagnosed psychiatric conditions: anxiety, panic disorders, major depression, acute and posttraumatic stress. Less severe problems that can interfere with daily functioning, such as: lack of concentration, anger, emotional exhaustion. Joe hight, who was the metro editor of the oklahoman at the time of the 1955 oklahoma city. The newspaper brought in a counselor where the reporters could have one-on-one counseling by phone or in person.
