Citation

Ikizer G, Karanci AN, Kocaoglan S. J. Loss Trauma 2019; 24(4): 356-368.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2019, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/15325024.2019.1603006

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

News camera operators are among the first responders to crises, emergencies, and other human suffering. This study is an attempt in the literature to explore trauma exposure and coping in news camera operators who are likely to experience primary and secondary traumatization simultaneously. Qualitative data from 20 news camera operators were analyzed using interpretative phenomenological analysis. Two superordinate themes emerged: (a) physical and psychological impact and (b) strategies of coping. The results highlight challenges associated with the work of news camera operators. Mental health support and training for this group of media professionals are strongly recommended at the undergraduate and/or organizational levels.

Language: en

Keywords

exposure; News camera operators; qualitative study; secondary traumatization; traumatic stress