Conclusions: Depression and anxiety disorders were common among disaster victims 2.5years after the 2004 tsunami. Psychiatric disorders other than PTSD, especially depressive disorders, are of clinical importance when considering long-term mental health effect of disasters. (Source: Journal of Affective Disorders)

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