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- Any emergency, including those involving radiation, can cause emotional and psychological distress.
- Radiation is a complex topic, and it is unfamiliar to many people, which can make the psychological effects of a radiation disaster stronger.
- Monitoring and treating mental and physical symptoms during a radiation emergency is important for short- and long-term mental health.
- One of the most significant aspects of major radiation emergencies is the potential for long-term effect on people and the environment.
- The long-term recovery process after a radiation emergency can lead to increased emotional and psychological distress.
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- Page last reviewed: October 10, 2013
- Page last updated: October 10, 2014
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