Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy (2003)

Chapter: 2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism

Previous Chapter: 1. Introduction: Rationale for a Public Health Response to the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism
Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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Suggested Citation: "2. Understanding the Psychological Consequences of Traumatic Events, Disasters, and Terrorism." Institute of Medicine. 2003. Preparing for the Psychological Consequences of Terrorism: A Public Health Strategy. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. doi: 10.17226/10717.
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