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27 Nov, 4 tweets, 4 min read
๐Ÿ†• Framework for #MentalHealth & psychosocial support in radiological & nuclear โ˜ข๏ธ emergencies, intended for specialists in #radiation emergency planning & risk management & experts in providing mental health support in health emergencies

๐Ÿ‘‰ bit.ly/3o5a0Y3
Nuclear & radiological accidents can have drastic consequences for both individuals & societies. The Chernobyl & Fukushima nuclear โ˜ข๏ธ accidents were reported to have caused considerable diverse & long-lasting #MentalHealth & psychosocial consequences.

๐Ÿ‘‰ bit.ly/3o5a0Y3
#MentalHealth concerns of affected populations of #radiation โ˜ข๏ธ emergencies incl.:
๐Ÿ”ธfear of radiation & risks for health
๐Ÿ”ธstigmatization
๐Ÿ”ธdisrupted social fabric
๐Ÿ”ธโ†—๏ธ substance use, domestic violence, depression, anxiety & stress

๐Ÿ‘‰ bit.ly/3o5a0Y3
Given the long-term impact of radiological & nuclear emergencies, support should address both short-term and long-term needs for:
โœ… #MentalHealth & psychosocial well-being
โœ… social cohesion activities
โœ… clinical services

๐Ÿ‘‰ bit.ly/3o5a0Y3

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