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After Hurricane Katrina, there was a significant increase in mental illness – but a decrease in suicidal behaviour. Article content
The apparent paradox is not uncommon in the wake of a collective trauma. Survivors discover their individual resilience, while pulling together fosters a deeper sense of community and connection. Suicide is complex – there is no one cause or preventive measure – but when rates go down, it’s worth trying to understand what helped.The COVID-19 pandemic is another collective trauma with far-reaching effects on mental health. The first year was a pressure cooker of economic […]
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