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Conflict, Compassion, and Context: Compassion and Self Care

How do we make sense of the conflict in our world?

The Ukraine Crisis and Mental Health

Russia-Ukraine War: Military Conflicts And Its Effect On Mental Health; A Look At The Psychological Costs of War
From Health Site
It makes sense that the attack on Ukraine is causing you anxiety, experts say. Here's what to do.
From CNN March 2, 2022
Identifying stress and anxiety amid Russia, Ukraine war and how to cope
From Fox News
Resources to Help Students Process the Russian Invasion of Ukraine
From School Library Journal, March 9, 2022
How to Avoid Drowning in an Ocean of Information
From the New York Times
How war videos on social media can trigger secondary trauma
During a war, trauma is no longer limited to the battlefield. Violent and distressing content on social media can leave a lasting impression. Here's how users can be prepared.

Meditations

Strategies

Student Crisis Response
Strategies for facilitating sensitive discussions from Ms. Kingston.
Safe space for challenging conversations
From the University of Minnesota
Calming Your Brain During Conflict
From Harvard Business Review

Video Meditations

Daily Calm
10-minute meditations

Books in the ASD Library

Twelve Steps to a Compassionate Life by Karen Armstrong
Call Number: 177 ARM
ISBN: 0307595595
Publication Date: 2010-12-28
Outlines twelve steps for enhancing one's compassion and applying it to everyday life; and provides a reading list.

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Last Updated: Oct 10, 2023 8:40 AM
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Subjects: HS English, HS Social Studies

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