Description
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface: How Did We Get Here?
Acknowledgments
Part I. Psychological First Aid: First, Study the Science
Chapter 1. Psychological First Aid: Definition, History, and Foundational Research
Chapter 2. Structure and Mechanisms of Psychological First Aid
Chapter 3. Psychological Consequences of Trauma: What You Will Encounter in the Field
Chapter 4. In the Wake of Disaster: The Large-Scale Context for PFA
Part II. Psychological First Aid: Practicing the Art
Chapter 5. R–Rapport and Reflective Listening: Establishing a Relationship
Chapter 6. A–Assessment: Listening to the Story
Chapter 7. P–Psychological Triage: Prioritization
Chapter 8. I–Intervention: Tactics to Stabilize and Mitigate Acute Distress
Chapter 9. D–Disposition: Facilitating Access to Continued Care
Part III. Psychological First Aid: Further Considerations
Chapter 10. RAPID PFA Considerations with Children
Chapter 11. Cultural Awareness and Psychological First Aid
Chapter 12. Expanding Surge Capacity: Strengthening the Fabric of Community Mental Health Services
Chapter 13. Self-Care: Taking Care of Others Begins (and Ends) with Taking Care of Yourself
References
Appendix: A Breathing Technique
Index
