Coverage of bin Laden's death may stir troubling emotions

By Staff Writer

Although the death of Osama bin Laden has been embraced by most Americans, widespread coverage of the event may lead to stress and anxiety among some citizens.

According to NBC, experts said that the news of bin Laden's death may rekindle traumatic memories for those individuals who were deeply affected by the events of September 11, 2001. A psychiatry professor at Columbia University told the news provider that when memories of a traumatic event are thrust into the national spotlight, some people may experience a release of pent-up emotions.

Many adolescents were too young in 2001 to fully understand the magnitude of the September 11 terrorist attacks. Thus, many parents may be broaching the topic with their children for the very first time, considering that the rest of the world is talking about bin Laden's death.

This conversation must be handled with great sensitivity, according to a coalition of mothers in Maryland. According to the North Potomoc-Darnestown Patch, this group of moms said that the extent of the discussion should depend on the child's age.

If children are old enough to understand mortality, parents may consider explaining to them that people are happy about bin Laden's death because he was a dangerous man who hurt a lot of innocent individuals.

Teenagers who suffer from anxiety due to traumatic experiences may benefit from attending summer camps for kids.