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Elementary, African American girl with mum on the first day of school

USA

After a school shooting, survivors then face a battle with PTSD. While this can look and feel different for everyone, nightmares, difficulty sleeping, anxiety and grief are often symptoms. Survivors' education may also take a hit, with increased absences a result of anxiety and stress. Meanwhile, children who have not experienced a school shooting but have seen the aftermath on their television live in fear that their school may be next.