Psychological Impact of Nuclear Disasters in Children and Adolescents

Latif, Finza; Yeatermeyer, Jessica; Horne, Zachary D.; Beriwal, Sushil

doi:10.1016/j.chc.2015.06.009

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“…Such negative psychological consequences among mothers is expected to persist based on findings from previous accidents in Three Mile Island and Chernobyl. 17,18 Likewise, a recent analysis of the FHMS data among evacuees in a coastal region revealed that the concern about radiation risks was associated with psychological distress. 19 It is, thus, recommended that mental health support for mothers be strengthened and close attention is paid to their evacuation status and concerns regarding radiation.…”

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The Fukushima Nuclear Accident Affected Mothers’ Depression but Not Maternal Confidence

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Bromet

et al. 2017

Asia Pac J Public Health

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The Fukushima nuclear power plant accident caused widespread radiation contamination. Mothers of young children were at risk of negative emotional and mental health consequences. Using data from 2 independent prefecture-wide surveys of pregnant women, we examined the associations of disaster-related stressors with both maternal self-confidence and depressive symptoms. Two postal surveys were conducted targeting women who registered their pregnancies in Fukushima Prefecture (n = 6686 in 2012 and n = 6423 in 2013). The proportions of mothers with lower self-confidence in child rearing and with depressive symptoms were 53% and 25% in 2012 and 55% and 24% in 2013, respectively. After adjusting for maternal and infant characteristics, evacuation and concern about radiation were significantly associated with depressive symptoms but not lower maternal confidence, although these 2 outcomes were significantly associated. Mothers in Fukushima showed resilience in parenting, whereas their experiences and concerns in the aftermath of nuclear disaster were associated with depressive symptoms.

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The Fukushima Nuclear Accident Affected Mothers’ Depression but Not Maternal Confidence

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Bromet

et al. 2017

Asia Pac J Public Health

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“…2 Similarly, nuclear accidents have left mothers and children with severe, long-lasting psychological problems. [3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10] After the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear accident, evacuee mothers in Kiev, Ukraine, who were directly affected by the accident, were found to have poorer psychological well-being and more negative risk perception than control subjects 11 4 and 19 5 years after the event, and in structured interviews they rated their children's health more negatively and reported more illnesses. 7 To reduce the psychological impact on children, it is important to treat parental anxiety, 9 including anxiety among the mothers of young children.…”

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Fukushima Mothers’ Concerns and Associated Factors After the Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant Disaster

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Ishii³

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Asia Pac J Public Health

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This study aimed to clarify the frequency of and temporal changes in the content of mothers' free written opinions obtained in the Fukushima Health Management Survey Pregnancy and Birth Survey from 2011 to 2013. A self-administered questionnaire was mailed to women who delivered babies in Fukushima Prefecture. The questionnaire asked about maternal and child health. Expression of mothers' concerns about radiation decreased over time. Common to the top 5 codes across the 3 years were "radiation effect on fetus and infant" and "information provision including survey results." Participants who wrote free opinions were significantly more likely to be aged ≥30 years and to have depressive symptoms. Our descriptive analysis of the qualitative data showed a clear shift in mothers' concerns from radiation-related issues to their own physical and mental health. Mothers who expressed concerns were more likely to report negative physical and mental health.

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“…In addition to physical health ramifications, the psychological impact of radiation exposure and nuclear accidents must not be underestimated [ 113 ]. Studies have shown that survivors of nuclear accidents and populations living in contaminated areas often experience long-term psychological stress, anxiety, and trauma [ 114 ]. This psychological burden stems not only from health concerns but also from socio-economic disruptions, such as displacement and loss of livelihoods.…”

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Unraveling the nuclear isotope tapestry: Applications, challenges, and future horizons in a dynamic landscape

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Feng,

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Psychological Impact of Nuclear Disasters in Children and Adolescents

Cited by 11 publications

References 35 publications

The Fukushima Nuclear Accident Affected Mothers’ Depression but Not Maternal Confidence

The Fukushima Nuclear Accident Affected Mothers’ Depression but Not Maternal Confidence

Fukushima Mothers’ Concerns and Associated Factors After the Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant Disaster

Unraveling the nuclear isotope tapestry: Applications, challenges, and future horizons in a dynamic landscape

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