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Mass catastrophe and disaster psychiatry.
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PMID:  21331093     Owner:  NLM     Status:  Publisher    
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This paper discusses the vital role of disaster psychiatry in the evolving structures for preparedness and response in the fields of disaster management. The authors address the role of science and experience in addressing the tragedies of mass catastrophe, the need for systems and the challenges of integrating mental health contributions into the practical requirements for survival, aid, emergency management and ultimately recovery. The human face of disaster and the understanding of human strengths and resilience alongside the protection of, and care for, those suffering profound trauma and grief are central issues.
Authors:
B Raphael; H Ma
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Type:  JOURNAL ARTICLE    
Journal Detail:
Title:  Molecular psychiatry     Volume:  16     ISSN:  1476-5578     ISO Abbreviation:  -     Publication Date:  2011 Mar 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2011-2-18     Completed Date:  -     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  9607835     Medline TA:  Mol Psychiatry     Country:  -    
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Languages:  ENG     Pagination:  247-251     Citation Subset:  -    
Affiliation:
Population Mental Health and Disasters, Medical School, University of Western Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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