When you’ve experienced life-altering violence, how do you carry on?

When you’ve experienced life-altering violence, how do you carry on?

Several days of investigations into the Brown University mass shooting and the slaying of a Massachusetts Institute of Technology professor ended when authorities discovered evidence they say indicates the killings were committed by the same man, who was then found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The two connected shootings are the latest in a year marked by instances of very public violent acts. From the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in September at a packed college campus event, to the shooting of UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson just before the new year on the streets of New York City. These public acts of violence don’t just affect the victims, but also the bystanders who, during the violence, also feared for their lives. So how can people cope and try to lead their normal lives after experiencing life-altering violence? Today on AirTalk, we dig into that question with Deborah Vinall, licensed mental health therapist and psychologist. We also want to hear from you. If you experienced or witnessed violence at the hands of another individual, and are comfortable sharing what your recovery has been like, please give us a call at 866-893-5722 or you can email us at atcomments@laist.com.

With files from the Associated Press

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