Some 3,500 American troops were killed during the eight-year war in Iraq. Within the same time period, 3,113 people were killed on the streets of Philadelphia. This must-read article gives us a jarring glimpse at the aftermath of the daily gun violence that continues to take place across the country. As in war zones, Americans who are exposed to such violence can develop symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder that have lasting impacts. We must come together as communities to support people dealing with the trauma of gun violence. -- Sandy Hook Promise
Posted on: Fri, 05 Sep 2014 22:39:23 +0000
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