Los Angeles Psychologist Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D. Interviewed For “Compassion Fatigue’ Is A Real Thing – Here’s How To Recognize The Symptoms” on byrdie.com (04/01/2021)
Excerpt: What Is Compassion Fatigue? …Additionally, this condition is referred to as second-hand shock or secondary traumatic stress disorder, points out Dr. Yvonne Thomas, a Los Angeles-based psychologist specializing in self-esteem and anxiety. “People who are around others that are suffering—emotionally or physically (or both)—may absorb this emotional wear and tear and can have their […]




