Psychological Toll of Terrorist Attacks

The following faculty from the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences have specific expertise in stress, anxiety, trauma, post traumatic stress disorder and the kinds of acute stress disorders that many Americans are likely suffering after a terrorist attack or while the U.S. is at war. Some of these experts can also discuss how to talk with children about these matters.
Interviews can be arranged by calling (202) 741-2881.

Jeffery S. Akman, M.D.
Department Chair, Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

James L. Griffith, M.D.
Associate Chairman, Director of Psychiatry and Residency Traning and Consult-Liaison and Emergency Psychiatric Services, Professor of Neurology and Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

Julia B. Frank, M.D.
Director of Medical Student Education, Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

Lynne M. Gaby, M.D.
Associate Director of Psychiatry Residency Training, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

Daniel K. Lieberman, M.D.
Director of Ambulatory Care Services and Outpatient Psychiatry, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences

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Last updated September 21, 2001