Israel-Hamas news can traumatize people globally, experts say

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas is complex — with reports of the violence and its aftermath being circulated globally, it is difficult to escape the devastating news cycle.

Mental health experts are weighing in on the various layers of trauma being experienced by people on the ground and around the world as the conflict continues to escalate. The ways in which trauma is experienced can look different for everyone, with one possible outcome being Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Dr. Dillon Browne, Canada Research Chair in Child and Family Clinical Psychology, has also identified survivor's guilt as a common issue for those who experience traumatic events, especially those that involve death.

Global's Katherine Ward reports on why it is crucial to understand that trauma can manifest in various ways for different individuals.

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