New Release: 'Disaster Mental Health Care Practice Guide' - May 25, 2026

Igaku-Shoin Co., Ltd. released the book 'Disaster Mental Health Care Practice Guide: 101 Questions and Explanations for Disaster Victims and Supporters' (Edited by Akira Takahashi) on May 25, 2026.

Disaster mental health response requires preparation during non-disaster times. It is not something to be learned in a rush after a disaster strikes. Possessing fundamental knowledge, understanding the principles of support, and planning for collaboration and self-care are essential for providing calm support when it is needed most. This book serves as a reference that supporters can return to whenever they face uncertainty.

The book addresses various scenarios where disaster victims stay, such as evacuation shelters, private homes, and temporary housing, summarizing necessary knowledge and perspectives in a Q&A format. It is aimed at DPAT/DMAT personnel, medical professionals, psychologists, nurses, public health nurses, welfare workers, administrative officials, individuals engaged in supporting other supporters, as well as students and those interested in disaster mental health.

Table of Contents: Part 1: Fundamentals and Definitions of Disaster Psychiatry Part 2: Support Systems and Organizations/Teams Part 3: Roles of Professionals Part 4: Psychological Reactions and Pathological Understanding in Disasters Part 5: Assessment and Initial Response Part 6: Specific Treatment and Intervention Methods Part 7: Approach by Target (1): Children and the Elderly Part 8: Approach by Target (2): Those Needing Special Consideration / Bereavement Part 9: Supporter Support Part 10: Society, Ethics, and Management Part 11: Other Topics: Learning Disaster Psychiatry

Bibliographic Information: Title: Disaster Mental Health Care Practice Guide: 101 Questions and Explanations Editor: Akira Takahashi Publication Month: June 2026 Format: A5 Pages: 376 Price: 4,180 JPY (Base price 3,800 JPY + 10% tax) ISBN: 978-4-260-06486-6 Publisher: Igaku-Shoin