Re: USA Africa Dialogue Series - Negative postings

Well, as a First Responder, it's my choice to make a conscious decision to refrain from reading negative postings on USA/Africa. And for you to write your email, it's also your choice. 

Enjoy your weekend!

FYI: On Secondary Trauma: 

http://www.psychiatrictimes.com/ptsd/secondary-traumatization-mental-health-care-providers

Secondary Traumatization in Mental Health Care Providers

Secondary Traumatization in Mental Health Care Providers

- See more at: http://www.psychiatrictimes.com/ptsd/secondary-traumatization-mental-health-care-providers#sthash.ozplnWFD.dpuf

By Rose Zimering, PhD and Suzy Bird Gulliver, PhD

Mental health care professionals specializing in the treatment of trauma hear tales of extreme human suffering and observe the emotions of fear, helplessness and horror registered by survivors on a consistent basis. Recent research demonstrates that these occupational duties may cause psychological symptoms in the practitioner who bears witness to the survivors' account of trauma. 

- See more at: http://www.psychiatrictimes.com/ptsd/secondary-traumatization-mental-health-care-providers#sthash.ozplnWFD.dpuf

Secondary Traumatization in Mental Health Care Providers

Secondary Traumatization in Mental Health Care Providers

Secondary Traumatization of mental health providers:

Mental health care professionals specializing in the treatment of trauma hear tales of extreme human suffering and observe the emotions of fear, helplessness and horror registered by survivors on a consistent basis. Recent research demonstrates that these occupational duties may cause psychological symptoms in the practitioner who bears witness to the survivors' account of trauma.

Mental Health Workers Faced Greater Risk of Developing PTSD Symptoms When Working with More Post-Sept. 11 Patients

- See more at: http://www.nyam.org/news/press-releases/2004/1997.html#sthash.BbLcaDn1.dpuf

Who's on the PTSD frontline?

A wide range of professionals interact with people at risk for developing PTSD or who already have PTSD – diagnosed or not:

• Psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and other mental health professionals in various settings, including private practice, community hospitals and clinics, or public health agencies

• Primary care providers such as family and general practitioners, obstetrician/gynecologists and internists

• Nurses and physician assistants in private practice, clinics, public health agencies or emergency room settings

• Counselors who work in domestic violence shelters, rape crisis outreach, substance abuse programs or family service agencies

• Staff with advocacy and support groups for survivors of specific traumas

• Others in contact with people at risk such as:

http://www.ptsdalliance.org/home_pro.html

Funmi Tofowomo Okelola

-In the absence of greatness, mediocrity thrives. 

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