VT-C Research: Witnesses of traumatic events can develop PTSD Ian Price January 27, 2017 1 minute read Scientists at the Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute in Roanoke have discovered that you can possibly develop post-traumatic stress disorder by simply observing fear in others. As WFIR’s Ian Price reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke Valley home sales rise 9% in 2016Next: TAP offers help with tax preparation Related Stories Mill Mountain Zoo welcomes pair of Patagonian maras Web Staff June 19, 2026 Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026
