A missing element in disaster mental health: behavioral health surveillance for first responders

Shubert, J.; Ritchie, E.C.; Everly, G.S.; Fiedler, N.; Williams, M.B.; Mitchell, C.S.; Langlieb, A.M.

International Journal of Emergency Mental Health 9(3): 201-213

2007


ISSN/ISBN: 1522-4821
PMID: 18372662
Document Number: 610307
Considerable literature exists on surveillance for medical effects of responses to a disaster but there is a dearth of information on conducting surveillance of behavioral health effects for first responders. This article reviews the literature and rationale behind behavioral health surveillance in the context of medical surveillance of first responders, examines special populations and ethical issues, discusses a model currently used by the U.S. military, discusses unresolved issues, and concludes with some practical suggestions.

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