The Threat of Biological Weapons: Prophylaxis and Mitigation of Psychological and Social Consequences

The Threat of Biological Weapons: Prophylaxis and Mitigation of Psychological and Social Consequences

This report discusses the potential acute and chronic psychiatric casualties following a biological weapons attack.

1997

The proper response from experts in emergency response, public health, and medicine can mitigate the psychological effects of a biological weapons attack. One especially distressing factor is the incubation period of agents, where people may be convinced they are experiencing symptoms due to anxiety.