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ISTSS and the Media

The International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies is an international, interdisciplinary professional organization that promotes advancement and exchange of knowledge about traumatic stress.  Members include research and clinical experts in the field of traumatic stress from across the world. These trauma experts are often called upon to provide information, education, and responses to various media outlets following traumatic events.

Recent ISTSS Press Releases

How to Contact an ISTSS Trauma Expert

Reporters and media representatives are encouraged to contact ISTSS Headquarters with your inquires at istss@istss.org, telephone (847) 480-9028, or fax (847) 480-9282.  Requests may also be submitted via postal mail to:

ISTSS Headquarters
111 Deer Lake Road, Suite 100
Deerfield, Illinois 60015 USA

General Information

The ISTSS website contains a great deal of useful information that we encourage you to review.  If you have additional questions or would like to contact a trauma expert, please use the information above.

What is Traumatic Stress?

This page provides an overview of traumatic stress including causes, reactions, and treatment options.

Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma

The Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma is a resource center and program developed for students, educators, journalists and news organizations interested in the intersection of journalism and trauma issues.   This organization focuses on informed, innovative, and ethical news reporting following traumatic events including violence, conflict, and tragedy. 

ISTSS and The Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma have a strong collaborative relationship. The two organizations worked in partnership to establish the Ochberg Fellowship, named after Dr. Frank Ochberg, a pioneering psychiatrist in the study of trauma.   This fellowship recognizes journalists seeking to deepen their coverage of violence and traumatic events. Fellowships are awarded to mid-career journalists in all media who have covered issues ranging from street crime, family violence, and natural disasters to war and genocide.

Learn more about the Dart Center for Journalism and Trauma and the Ochberg Fellowship by visiting the Dart Center website at: http://dartcenter.org/