[The Tsunami of 2004: Diagnosis of trauma sequelae in primary care].

This report amplifies specific needs and concerns related to primary care for patients with trauma-related disorders who seek help at private practices. The review focuses on potential psychological sequelae in victims of mass emergencies, such as the Tsunami-Disaster of December 26, 2004 in the Indian Ocean. General recommendations for treatment of traumatically stressed patients are proposed, particular features of such treatment are outlined. Furthermore, potential comorbid disorders and possible future courses of trauma-related disorders are outlined. Finally, frequently used psychodiagnostic screening-methods in current psychotraumatology are introduced.