Tag: Hurricane Maria
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The Effects of Trauma on Mental Health: Puerto Rico’s Crisis after Hurricane Maria
Trauma, including one-time, multiple, or long-lasting repetitive events, affects everyone differently. While some individuals may clearly display symptoms associated with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) immediately, many others may not, as the impact of trauma can be subtle and insidious. A recent event that may help illustrate the effects of trauma on mental health is the…