When disasters strike, saving lives within the 72-hour golden window is the first priority. But what happens after the rescue? This year's upcoming World Mental Health Day calls attention to mental health services in catastrophes and emergencies.
When disasters strike, saving lives within the 72-hour golden window is the first priority. But what happens after the rescue? This year's upcoming World Mental Health Day calls attention to mental health services in catastrophes and emergencies.
Chloe Teo explains what trauma does to the brain and how survivors heal, while Clare Yeo, a senior principal clinical psychologist at the Institute of Mental Health, shares how prepared Singapore's response is in the face of traumatic events. Chloe Teo explains what trauma does to the brain and how survivors heal, while Clare Yeo, a senior principal clinical psychologist at the Institute of Mental Health, shares how prepared Singapore's response is in the face of traumatic events.News Video ReportsWe know it's a hassle to switch browsers but we want your experience with CNA to be fast, secure and the best it can possibly be.
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