Behavioral health response to disasters

Behavioral health response to disasters

Disasters can cause long-term disruptions to the routines of individuals and communities, placing survivors at risk of developing serious mental health and substance abuse problems. Disaster behavioral health services provide emotional support, help normalize stress reactions, assess recovery option...

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Other Authors: Framingham, Julie L. (Editor), Teasley, Martell L. (Editor)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Boca Raton, Florida CRC Press 2012
Subjects:
Disaster Medicine > methods
Disaster Planning > methods
Mental Health Services > organization & administration
Stress, Psychological > prevention & control
Online Access:Click Here to View Status and Holdings.
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