This is a book about about training those first responders who work with people suffering from mental trauma due to a disaster. The Publisher of this book is Rocky Mountain DMH Institute Press; First edition. The book was published on August 16, 2007. You can buy it on amazon.com (19.77$)
http://www.amazon.com/dp/1932690425/
Doherty, the writer of the book, covers societal and cultural aspects; however, he did not cover religious/spiritual beliefs of various groups. But, there is more - he not only covers disasters and critical incidents, he covers war and terrorism. In addition, one extremely important aspect Doherty discusses is self-care. He gives in-depth suggestions for debriefing and follow-up. The back of the book gives selected references for further reading as well as a list of websites where more information is available. I felt this was an extremely good list and was amazed to see how much information was actually offered. Doherty also includes a “victims’ needs” assessment and a course test. Reading this book and passing the course test will grant you a certificate with Contact Hours for approved organizations.
