Grounded in the best science available, this essential volume presents practical guidelines for effective clinical intervention in the immediate, intermediate,

In the devastation that follows a major disaster, there is a need for multiple sectors to unite and devote new resources to support the rebuilding of infrastruc

This book presents a decade of advances in the psychological, biological and social responses to disasters, helping medics and leaders prepare and react.

In our increasingly dangerous world -- brought into urgent focus by the September 11, 2001, attacks -- the need to manage the psychiatric consequences of trauma

The editors have done a marvelous job of creating an instructive and well-written book that is a must read for anyone who conducts disaster-related mental healt