InvestigateTV+: Examining coping strategies for survivors of mass violence trauma

(InvestigateTV) — InvestigateTV+ takes an in-depth look at the impacts of witnessing acts of violence in person and through a screen and examines ways to cope.

Plus, the next generation of farmers embraces technology to put food on your table. We take a look at the high-tech tools transforming the field.

How survivors of mass violence, shootings cope with long-term trauma

For a growing number of Americans, mass violence is no longer unimaginable as they watch it play out in front of their eyes, both in person and through a screen.

Mass violence is defined as “disasters, which include shootings and acts of terrorism,” that “often occur without warning and can happen anywhere,” according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Experts say they’re just beginning to understand the overall public health impact of witnessing mass violence, both in person and online.

Next-generation farmers embrace technology to keep up with America’s demand for food production

Experts say an industry that feeds millions of families across the country faces a growing problem.

According to the most recent data, farmers are the oldest workforce in America with a typical age of 58. As they reach retirement, there are mounting fears the next generation won’t be able to keep up with food production demand.

In a 2023 report, current Indiana Governor and then-Senator Mike Braun said the future of the nation’s food supply chain “looms in jeopardy.”

Teen walks at graduation after rare surgery for jugular compression syndrome

Patients are coming from around the world to Scottsdale to see the only neurosurgeon in the state performing a groundbreaking surgery that provides life-changing results.

One of those was Natalie Birn. “Before the surgery, I didn’t know if I would make it to graduation,” she said.

She said Dr. Peter Nakaji is the reason she no longer needs a wheelchair. “I just hugged him and thanked him and cried because it was just life-changing, really,” said Birn.

Thanks to the surgery, she walked at her high school graduation, a major milestone.

Non-speaking artist opens first gallery exhibit in D.C.

Just because someone is non-speaking doesn’t mean they’re non-thinking.

Studies estimate up to 30 percent of children with autism spectrum disorder are non-verbal. Though, disability advocates are beginning to shift away from the term “non-verbal” because it may imply someone doesn’t understand language.

Experts say “non-speaking” is a more inclusive term that can represent any kind of non-oral communication — from writing to sign language.

One autistic individual’s preferred way of communication is through his art.

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