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[Panic as a mass phenomenon].

W R Dombrowsky1, F-G Pajonk

  • 1Katastrophenforschungsstelle, Universität, Kiel. wdombro@kfs.uni-kiel.de

Der Anaesthesist
|January 29, 2005
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Understanding panic in mass casualty incidents is crucial for emergency medicine. This research explores panic

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Anthropology
  • Emergency Medicine

Context:

  • Disasters with numerous victims present significant challenges for emergency staff.
  • Panic is a rare but extreme escalation in emergency situations.

Purpose:

  • To describe the psychological and anthropological background of panic reactions.
  • To summarize current research on panic in disaster settings.
  • To discuss strategies for behavioral modification and prevention.

Summary:

  • Panic is defined as the point where an individual perceives zero probability of influencing their survival in a life-threatening situation.
  • Effective intervention requires early risk detection and accurate self-assessment of capabilities.
  • Cognitive and behavioral psychotherapy strategies can inform behavioral modifications.

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Impact:

  • This research aids emergency physicians in assessing and preventing panic development post-disaster.
  • Improved understanding of panic can enhance emergency response effectiveness.
  • Learned self-assessment and behavioral programming can mitigate panic risks.