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WEST CHESTER, PA — The difficult transition from military service to civilian life will take center stage in West Chester this September when a free documentary screening brings veterans, families …
West Chester Screening Explores Veterans, PTSD and the Journey Home Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — A Child’s Light completed a four-week pilot program in Downingtown this month that combined movement with therapeutic support for Chester County children affected by trauma, an early …
A Child’s Light Tests Movement-Based Trauma Program Read More
DOWNINGTON, PA — When a child in our community experiences severe trauma, the path to healing is often blocked by long waitlists and insurmountable financial barriers. For Chester County residents, …
Local Non-Profit Founder Leslie Holt Named “Social Impact Hero” for Transforming Youth Mental Health Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County ACEs Coalition marked its 10th anniversary after training nearly 14,000 people over the past decade to recognize childhood trauma and its effects, reflecting …
Chester County Trauma Coalition Marks Decade of Community Work Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania has enacted a law requiring county veterans affairs personnel to receive additional training in trauma-informed care, military sexual trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury, …
Pennsylvania Enacts Veterans Trauma Training Law Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania first responders will have expanded access to mental health care under a newly highlighted state law, with additional worker protections proposed in the governor’s latest budget …
First Responders Gain Mental Health Coverage, More Protections Proposed Read More
WILMINGTON, DE & LYON, France — Ananda Scientific Inc. and Benta SAS have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore a collaboration aimed at accelerating the development and potential distribution …
Drugmakers Pursue Bold Partnership to Tackle Long-Stalled PTSD Treatment Gap Read More
BETHLEHEM, PA — Students who speak Spanish more often and experience more violence tend to have lower GPAs, according to a new study led by Dr. Vanesa Mora Ringle, a …
Study Finds Complex Links Between Language Use, Trauma, and Academic Outcomes for Latine Students Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — This June, as we observe Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, a convergence of anniversaries provides a solemn opportunity for reflection. In 2025, we will commemorate the …
The Unseen Scars of 250 Years of Service: PTSD and the Opioid Crisis Read More