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Feb 2022
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How to EMPOWER Yourself Against Emotiona...

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Have you ever felt emotionally triggered because of something you saw on the news, in media, or in real life? Today, the Savvy Psychologist is going to talk about vicarious trauma and an acronym that can help you cope.

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