America's ongoing struggle with gun violence and its aftermath.

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America's ongoing struggle with gun violence and its aftermath.
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Living through multiple mass shootings can cause chronic stress and trauma, leading to increasing aggression, bullying, and social withdrawal. Family therapist Michael Davidovits advises people to attend to their communities and strengthen relationships with loved ones to alleviate anxiety and provide a sense of safety. Disconnecting from each other affects society and families, and it's important to model positive behavior for children, like smiling at strangers on the elevator.

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