Some of those who helped evacuate the wounded and dead following the May 24 wedding hall collapse in Jerusalem are suffering from symptoms including distress, bouts of crying and insomnia, and are complaining that they have not received the necessary psychological care, according to the Jerusalem Post. A member of the rescue team said some fellow rescuers are showing signs of post-traumatic stress.
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