Editor’s note: Please enjoy this Dr. Rosmann column from 2016.
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Dr. Rosmann lives on a family farm near Harlan, Iowa. He is a psychologist who has directed behavioral health programs in response to disasters of all types, Contact him at mike@agbehavioralhealth.com.
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