Division-based Psychiatry in Intensive War Situations
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Definitions The term "division-based psychiatry" as used here includes the consulting function of the division psychiatrist, the psychiatric work performed by the battalion physician or any other professional at the battalion level, and the work of the psychiatric team in the medical battalion of the division. The equivalent in the British Army would be Regimental Medical Officer, Regimental Medical Assistant or Padre and Field Ambulance.
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