How to report on homicide and interview grieving families
'Leave sources feeling in a better state than before they spoke to you,' says veteran crime reporter
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'Leave sources feeling in a better state than before they spoke to you,' says veteran crime reporter
Not giving time and space to those who have lost loved ones can contribute to their trauma and interrupt the healing process. Modern newsrooms must put the human before the scoop
Developing trauma-aware interview skills is part of teaching students how to ethically and sensitively report on traumatic events, and learn how to take care of their own mental health and well-being.
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A Q and A with Tamara Cherry, whose new book, “The Trauma Beat,” explores how to mitigate harms tied to coverage of violence and trauma.