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What does it mean?
Direct physical violence may be rare to some, but witnessing documented brutality leaves a mark.
In plain terms
He wasn't beaten but saw a famous video of violence.
What can you take from it?
Witnessing violence impacts us as much as experiencing it.

Where it applies

  • learning about crime
  • discussing police brutality
  • fear of violence

Putting it to work

  • stay informed
  • protect vulnerable

Questions to consider

  • How does witnessing violence change us?
  • Is seeing worse than feeling?

Another view

Seeing violence does not always affect everyone equally.

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