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What happens now after the MSU shooting tragedy? - WDET 101.9 FM

Dr. Javanbakht spoke with WDET Detroit's NPR Station about the mass shooting at Michigan State University on February 13, 2023.

Thrills & Chills: The Psychology of Fear - WHYY

Dr. Javanbakht discusses the psychology of fear on The Pulse podcast.

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Why we get scared (and why we like it)

Dr. Javanbakht joined New Hampshire Public Radio to discuss the human inclination to pursue entertainment that scares us.

Horror and anguish are playing out on repeat following the latest mass shooting – and the mental health scars extend far beyond those directly affectedEven people who are only indirectly exposed to these repeat tragedies, such as first responders and those affected by media coverage, can experience profound and long-lasting grief.

Wayne State program to offer mental health support for first responders“The trauma and the stress in this population is different than most other people in the way that, if I have a horrible car accident or I may be, let’s say, assaulted," said Javanbakht. "Then I come back to my usual, safe normal life, and I can recover. For these people - it’s every single day.”

School Shootings Take a Traumatic Toll

Dr. Arash Javanbakht joined 7 Action News May 24, 2022 to talk about coping with school shootings in the wake of the tragedy at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas.

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Experts Warn of Mental Health Consequences of War

Dr. Arash Javanbakht discusses the impact of war on mental health, in the context of Russia's War on Ukraine, during CNN's One World with Zain Asher.

Staying afloat during the mental health challenges of COVID-19Pretty much everything about the COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful. Dr. Arash Javanbakht, director of the Stress, Trauma, and Anxiety Research at Wayne

Ukrainians Face Lasting Psychological Wounds from Russian InvasionA psychiatrist who specializes in PTSD and stress describes the trauma that war survivors and refugees commonly experience

The aching red: Firefighters often silently suffer from trauma and job-related stressFirefighters are hailed as heroes and pillars of strength, bravery and courage. But the daily stressors and traumas of their jobs take a heavy emotional toll that largely goes unnoticed by the public.

Stateside: COVID vax soon open to all adults; reducing pandemic anxiety; MI economy & stimulus planToday, on Stateside , beginning April 5th all Michigan residents aged 16 and up will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. But are health departments ready

The exercise pill: How exercise keeps your brain healthy and protects it against depression and anxietyMany doctors believe that exercise is the closest thing to a miracle drug that modern medicine has in its arsenal. But have you ever wondered why that is so? Your brain actually benefits, too.

Moving Forward in 2021: A Guide to Depolarizing AmericaAmerica is a deeply divided nation, here are four ways we can fix this crisis

The Matrix is already here: Social media promised to connect us, but left us isolated, scared and tribalRemember what life was like before social media took over? Now that the election is over, it might be a good time to take back our lives.

Army sees sharp increase in suicides during coronavirus pandemicThe US Army has seen a worrisome increase in soldier deaths by suicide since March, raising questions about whether troops feeling isolated due to the coronavirus pandemic may be a contributing factor.

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The aching blue: Trauma, stress and invisible wounds of those in law enforcementPolice officers face dangerous situations every day, and many suffer trauma as a result.

Mental Health Expert: Limit News Intake, Check In On FriendsThe COVID-19 pandemic has pushed Americans into physical isolation, instigating a collective mental health crisis.

Trump, the politics of fear and racism: How our brains can be manipulated to tribalismFear is very much a part of humans' survival. Demagogues and others who want to manipulate have learned that this human trait can be exploited, often with disastrous consequences.

Lethargic global response to COVID-19: How the human brain's failure to assess abstract threats cost us dearlyHuman beings have difficulty assessing distant threats.

Why it's okay to complain about coronavirus, sometimes If you sometimes feel like complaining about the pandemic, it's okay. A psychiatrist says venting can soothe negative feelings and help develop methods for coping with frustration and fear.

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Refugees try yoga to help combat PTSD, depression, and anxietyAfter what is often years of waiting and paperwork, some refugees from desperate situations around the world are fortunate enough to be accepted into the U

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