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California Wildfires Claim Lives, Spark Anxiety and Support

1/14/2025

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Dr. Gary Small, a psychiatrist, grapples with anxiety as California wildfires rage, claiming 24 lives and displacing over 100,000 residents. While his Pacific Palisades home remains intact, the devastation nearby weighs heavily on him. Experts urge the importance of coping strategies, such as sticking to routines and rallying support for first responders during this challenging time.

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Story summary

Dr. Gary Small, a psychiatrist, grapples with anxiety as California wildfires rage, claiming 24 lives and displacing over 100,000 residents. While his Pacific Palisades home remains intact, the devastation nearby weighs heavily on him. Experts urge the importance of coping strategies, such as sticking to routines and rallying support for first responders during this challenging time.