Learnings from conducting mental health research during 2004 tsunami in Tamil Nadu, India

Abstract Background The Indian Ocean tsunami experience in 2004 caused a major loss of life and subsequent emotional trauma for survivors. Psychosocial needs in the aftermath of this disaster were extensive, yet the cohesion and effectiveness of response were limited due to lack of preparedness and...

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Main Authors: R. Padmavati, Vijaya Raghavan, Heather Rera, Megan Kearns, Kotteeswara Rao, Sujit John, R. Thara
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-10-01
Series:BMC Public Health
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-020-09733-y