Journalists frequently bear witness to human suffering, whether covering mass disasters or individual atrocities, and are sometimes the direct targets of violence. This type of work can affect their health and well-being. This fact sheet reviews existing research regarding:

1. The types of events journalists are exposed to;
2. The impact of covering these events;
3. The factors that may place journalists at risk for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

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