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A Congressional Briefing
How Traumatic Events Worldwide are Affecting Adolescents'
Decisions about Postsecondary Education
June 11, 2003
2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
SC-4, U.S. Capitol
On June 11, PPO arranged for APA to cosponsor a congressional briefing with
the College Board on "How Traumatic Events Worldwide are Affecting
Adolescents' Decisions about Postsecondary Education." Michael Cohen,
Ph.D., a developmental psychologist and member of New York City's crisis
response team, presented information regarding the critical link between
children's mental health and educational achievement. He cited findings from his
study of New York City children's psychological reactions to traumatic events,
particularly the terrorist acts of September 11th.
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