Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma

Brain Wars: How the Military is Failing its Wounded

By T. Christian Miller, Daniel Zwerdling, Susanne Reber, and Robin Fields

This comprehensive multimedia investigation delves into the ramifications of the signature wound of today’s wars: traumatic brain injury (TBI). Originally published by ProPublica and NPR  in 2010.

War's Ripple Effects: Research Priorities

Understanding of the traumatic effects of war has progressed significantly. In this selection from Dart's Videos on Veterans series, leading researchers and clinicians shed light on what needs further investigation.

PTSD and the Hidden Wounds of War

Everyone has heard of PTSD, but veterans, clinicians and scientists say most people misunderstand not only the disorder, but the other ways that war affects individuals and families.

New Media Landscape, Less Media Safety

By Gavin Rees

These days anyone, regardless of training, can blog from the frontline of a conflict zone or delve into the shadowy dealings of some local Mr. Big. How will they protect themselves?

Lethal Warriors

By Dave Philipps

In an excerpt from his new book,  2010 Dart Ochberg Fellow Dave Philipps uncovers the story of how members of a U.S. Army battalion exposed to some of the cruelest combat conditions in Iraq carried the nightmare of war back home.

Choosing a Psychotherapist

By Elana Newman

A guide for journalists seeking therapy for personal or work-related issues.

Covering Trauma in Latin America

Journalists and trauma experts from throughout the Americas discuss how to meet the special challenges faced in reporting violence and remaining resilient.

Beyond the Breaking Point

By Judith Matloff and Robert Nickelsberg

Caught between military occupation and separatist terrorism, a society that doesn't talk about mental health is desperate for psychiatrists, faith healers, medication — anything that could help heal "one of the most traumatized places on earth." A multimedia exclusive.

Teaching Trauma Through Case Studies

By Sherry Ricchiardi

A professor of journalism at Indiana University offers two sample assignments that teach concepts related to victims and trauma by engaging students' interest in real-world reporting.

Oklahoma City Bombing

Coming to Terms With Blast: Ongoing Effort for Rescuers

By Joe Hight

A look at the resources available to Oklahoma City recovery workers suffering from stress and depression.