Following a major public tragedy, such as a large-scale attack, mental health professionals often observe a rise in stress-related symptoms not only in those directly involved but also in the wider public who followed the event through media. Compare and contrast the likely psychological stress responses of an individual who was a direct witness to the event with someone who experienced it solely through repeated, graphic media coverage. In your answer, analyze the factors that might contribute to the development, severity, and nature of their respective stress-related symptoms.