iHeart Cinci with Sandy Collins

# 193 | Merely observing violence can cause trauma. Are Crime Shows a problem?


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Are you a true crime enthusiast? The immensely popular tv genre is drawing attention for possible negative effects on viewers and crime show participants. My guest today is a mental health specialist, Megan Schrantz from the Cincinnati Lindner Center of Hope. She'll describe vicarious trauma and explain why observing crime, whether in person or on tv, can be problematic.

Lindner Center of Hope
4075 Old Western Row Rd.
Mason, OH 45040

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