If someone asked you about the effectiveness of psychological debriefing following a disaster, you would be correct (based on the research) in saying that:
A) there have been no controlled research studies on the topic of debriefing.
B) there is little evidence that debriefing works.
C) there is strong, convincing evidence that debriefing works well.
D) there is evidence that debriefing works only if conducted by community members themselves.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Research indicates that psychological debriefing, particularly single-session debriefings after a traumatic event, does not have strong evidence supporting its effectiveness in preventing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or other psychological issues. Some studies suggest it may not be helpful and could potentially be harmful by increasing stress.

If Someone Asked You About the Effectiveness of Psychological Debriefing