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Tips for Survivors of a Disaster or Other Traumatic Event: Managing Stress

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This fact sheet offers tips for preventing and managing stress when dealing with the effects of trauma, mass violence, or terrorism. It lists tips for relieving stress and seeking professional help.

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SMA13-4776
Publication Date
January 2013
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