Preparing for the psychological consequences of terrorism: a public health strategy

Rationale for a public health response to the psychological consequences of terrorism

Understanding the psychological consequences of traumatic events, disasters, and terrorism

Current infrastructure in the United States for responding to the psychological consequences of terrorism

Developing strategies for minimizing the psychological consequences of terrorism through prevention, intervention, and health promotion

Conclusions and recommendations for effective prevention and response.

1. Introduction: rationale for a public health response to the psychological consequences of terrorism

2. Understanding the psychological consequences of traumatic events, disasters, and terrorism

3. Current infrastructure in the United States for responding to the psychological consequences of terrorism

4. Developing strategies for minimizing the psychological consequences of terrorism through prevention, intervention, and health promotion

5. Conclusions and recommendations for effective prevention and response.