What are the possible psychological effects on survivors of a mass shooting incident?
Survivors of a mass shooting incident can suffer from a range of psychological effects, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, survivor's guilt, and even substance abuse. They may experience flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive thoughts related to the incident. They may also suffer from an increased startle response, insomnia, and difficulty concentrating. In extreme cases, survivors of such incidents may become socially isolated, withdrawn, and unable to cope with everyday life. It is important to provide emotional support to survivors of mass shooting incidents in order to help them cope with and overcome the psychological effects.