A Psychosocial Risk Assessment and Management Framework to Enhance Response to CBRN Terrorism Threats and Attacks

• 2005

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• Louise Lemyre; Mélanie Clément; Wayne Corneil; Lorraine Craig; Paul Boutette; Michael Tyshenko
PMID: 16366841DOI: https://doi.org/10.1089/bsp.2005.3.316

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This article describes a framework to help manage the mental and social effects of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) terrorism. It highlights the importance of planning for these psychosocial aspects as part of emergency preparedness. The framework aims to assist planners and responders in identifying risks and vulnerable groups during CBRN events. It focuses on reducing negative impacts while promoting resilience among victims, families, communities, children, elderly people, responders, and decision-makers throughout all phases of an attack or threat. The goal is to improve response strategies by considering emotional and behavioral factors.

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Focus Areas: CBRNE; Mental Health

Audiences: Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Bundles: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Communication; Disaster Planning; Patient Acceptance of Health Care; Risk Management; Social Behavior; Terrorism; Risk Assessment; Bioterrorism

Institutions: University of Ottawa

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