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updated 11:33 p.m. EDT, Thu July 3, 2008
Freedom poses challenge for former hostages

Freedom poses challenge for former hostages

After spending 372 days as a hostage in the Philippines, Gracia Burnham would run for cover at the sound of July Fourth fireworks. Her struggles are common among people who spend time in captivity, psychologists say. The 15 hostages rescued this week from Colombian rebels now face their own challenges. full story
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