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Disaster and terrorism: Cognitive-Behavioral interventions.

Robyn D Walser1, Josef I Ruzek, Amy E Naugle

  • 1National Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Veterans Administration Palo Alto Health Care System, Menlo Park, California 94025, USA. Robyn.Walser@med.va.gov

Prehospital and Disaster Medicine
|September 30, 2004
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This paper reviews the psychological effects of trauma and highlights Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a key treatment. It emphasizes the importance of communication among professionals for disaster mental health response.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Trauma Studies
  • Disaster Mental Health

Background:

  • The events of September 11, 2001, heightened awareness of disaster and terrorism's mental health impacts.
  • Despite existing research, a comprehensive understanding of trauma's effects and treatment remains crucial.
  • Effective disaster mental health response necessitates ongoing communication among various professional groups.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline current knowledge on the psychological effects of trauma.
  • To present best practices in cognitive-behavioral interventions for trauma reactions.
  • To summarize Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) relevant to disaster aftermath.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of psychological effects of trauma.
  • Summary of established Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques.

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  • Focus on interventions applicable to disaster response and recovery.

    • Main Results:

    • Trauma significantly impacts mental health, requiring specialized understanding.
    • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers effective strategies for treating trauma reactions.
    • Interventions are tailored for the unique challenges following disasters and terrorism.

    Conclusions:

    • Continued research and communication are vital for advancing trauma treatment.
    • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a primary evidence-based approach for disaster-related trauma.
    • Professionals must collaborate to improve mental health support in disaster situations.