Abstract: | Presents a citation for Karen L. Hanscom, who received the 2001 International Humanitarian Award, for "her commitment to human rights, to the healing of torture victims, and to educating the world community about torture." The International Humanitarian Award recognizes extraordinary humanitarian services and activism by psychologists, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations. Accompanying the citation are a biography of the recipient and her award address, entitled "Treating Survivors of War Trauma and Torture." (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2011 APA, all rights reserved) |