 Have you noticed changes in your life after witnessing a traumatic event? Then you might be suffering from vicarious trauma. Effects of vicarious trauma include emotional exhaustion, decreased empathy, nightmares, irritability, lack of collaboration, changes in relationships, as well as poor work performance such as difficulty focusing and lack of motivation. Intervention for vicarious trauma involves awareness, balance and connection in the individual and organizational level. This includes self-care, setting professional boundaries and evidenced-based treatments. Workload management, education and training can also be applied in the workplace. Vicarious trauma can be hard to deal with. The good news is people can protect their mental health and provide essential services if they spot the signs early.