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 11^th.

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