Many people will experience a potentially traumatic event in their lifetime and a minority will go on to develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A wealth of literature explores different trajectories of PTSD, focusing mostly on resilient, chronic, recovered and delayed-onset trajectories. More.
Recurrence of post-traumatic stress disorder: systematic review of definitions, prevalence and predictors
343 and Counting: When Will It Stop?
During the days, weeks, and year following 9-11-01, if you were working in the firehouse and the tones suddenly went off and you heard the dispatcher’s voice say, “All units: Stand by for a department message—the signal 5-5-5-5 is transmitted, the department regrets to announce the death of … while operating at Manhattan Box 5-5-8087.” More.
Rep. Malliotakis announces new health-care funding for 9/11 first responders, survivors
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis recently announced millions in new health-care funding for 9/11 first responders and survivors. The congresswoman made the announcement in front of FDNY’s Rescue 5/Engine 160 firehouse in Concord on Friday as she stood among dozens of first responders. More.
Improving the mental health of babies, children and young people: a framework of modifiable factors
The mental health of babies, children and young people (BCYP) influences their future mental health, as well as their current and future physical health, affecting their wider life chances and outcomes. More.
Navy hero from Ohio awarded for his actions on 9/11 passes away
An Ohio man born in Cincinnati who served in the Navy and was awarded for his actions on 9/11 has passed away. Captain Dennis Kern, 74, passed away on Dec. 17 after a 10-month battle with brain cancer, according to his online obituary. More.
PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety Nearly Doubles in Israel in Aftermath of Hamas Attack
A first of its kind study conducted by researchers at Ruppin Academic Center in Israel and Columbia University documents the broad impact on the mental health of Israelis, both Jews and Arabs, with sharp increases in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety in the aftermath Hamas' attack in October. More.
Informing disaster-risk management policies for education infrastructure using scenario-based recovery analyses
Recent natural-hazard events have shown that post-disaster education continuity is still a significant global challenge. Here, we propose a methodology to support various stakeholders in quantifying the impact of disaster management policies on education continuity in low- and lower-middle-income countries. More.
Resources and Support for the Victims at at Perry High School in Iowa
We at OVC extend our deepest sympathies to the students at Perry High School, their families and loved ones, and the surrounding community impacted by the shooting on January 4, 2024. More.