The book fills a void by bringing together literature in an under-represented but disaster-prone region - Southeast Asia.

It discusses the cultural considerations of those providing mental health and psychosocial support in the region.

It highlights the role of education in reducing disaster vulnerability.

It presents ways in which workplace organization have sought to enhance employee and organizational resilience in the face of disasters.

It discusses how the disaster planning process, including prevention, mitigation, and preparedness efforts, can be integrated with mental health efforts.