Psychiatric issues in toxic exposures

Psychiatr Clin North Am. 2007 Dec;30(4):837-54. doi: 10.1016/j.psc.2007.07.004.

Abstract

Military, occupational, and environmental events can cause toxic injuries that require psychiatric diagnosis and treatment. This article reviews the psychiatric effects of neurotoxins, including nerve gases, ionizing radiation, insecticides, heavy metals, solvents, and other toxic agents. Diagnostic considerations and clinical tests for further evaluation of the numerous psychiatric conditions and symptoms caused by toxic exposures are discussed.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Chemical Warfare / psychology*
  • Chemical Warfare Agents / adverse effects*
  • Humans
  • Mental Disorders / epidemiology
  • Mental Disorders / etiology*
  • Mental Disorders / psychology
  • Terrorism / psychology*

Substances

  • Chemical Warfare Agents