Understanding the Impact of Trauma on Communities

Many communities face the challenge of dealing with trauma, which can have generational and cultural impacts. Stephanie Fu, a journalist and author, explores her own experiences with complex PTSD and the healing process. Researching her book, she discovered a story about healing a community with shared trauma and sought ways to address it. By sharing her personal story, she highlights the normalization of abuse in her immigrant community and the need for healing. Stephanie's research led her to a community clinic in her hometown that encountered a unique challenge: misdiagnosing patients with psychosis instead of understanding the cultural context of their experiences.