Tips for Managing Anxiety Related to War and Terrorism Threats

As stress levels skyrocket, Witness Justice offers tips, information and resources to stay safe and lessen anxious feelings.

Washington, DC -- With the nation now at war with Iraq and the U.S. Department of Homeland Securitys Operation Liberty Shield and Code Orange high-risk alert in place, many Americans are understandably experiencing extremely high levels of stress and anxiety. In an effort to help alleviate our collective unease, Witness Justice today released additional resources specifically geared for managing stress and anxiety associated with the war and increased terrorism threats.

The resources include:
•   Tips for Managing Stress and Anxiety
•   Minimizing Anxiety and Staying Safe When the Terrorist Risk is High (includes check lists for food & water, first aid, supplies and other important items)
•   Q&As About War and Stress

RESOURCES AVAILABLE -- To access these resources, go online: www.witnessjustice.org; phone: 301-898-1009; or e-mail: info@witnessjustice.org. Expert interviews available upon request.

As a national service provider for victims of violent crime, Witness Justice helps survivors cope with the aftermath of their experience. Anxiety, stress and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder are symptoms frequently experienced by those who turn to Witness Justice to help.

We want to do everything we can to help individuals feel prepared and be safe at this time of heightened risk," says Helga West, President and CEO of Witness Justice. The stress is felt broadly and we can all benefit from simple, practical steps that can make a big difference in how we feel."

Witness Justice is a national nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower survivors of violent crime with the information, support, and tools needed to establish a sense of personal justice and healing. For more information about Witness Justice, please visit www.WitnessJustice.org or call 800-4WJ-HELP.

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