Addressing Mental Health in Haitian Communities

In this enlightening conversation, we looked at the critical issue of mental health in Haitian communities. This conversation addressed the unique issues that Haitians confront, particularly during times of crisis, and the role that traditional and modern healthcare methods play in mental health support. This conversation offers insightful ideas and strategies for enhancing mental health services and lowering stigma in Haitian society.

Note interview was hosted in Haitian-Kreyol with English subtitles.

Connect With Prof. Ronal Jean-Jacques:

• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronald-jean-jacques-716242174/ 
• Permission Given to share Whatsapp #: +509 37 68 0146

Resources: 

• Haitian people’s expectations regarding post-disaster humanitarian aid teams’ actions
• Les tuteurs de résilience des enfants et adolescents vivant dans des camps à Port-au-Prince et dans les villes avoisinantes
• Rage narcissique et réussite scolaire chez des adolescents haïtiens issus des milieux sociaux défavorisés à Port-au-Prince 
• The Reconstruction of the Haitian Psyche
• Culturally-Responsive Mental Health Outreach and Trauma Training in Haiti
• Intervention for Unresolved Trauma in a Developing Country After a Natural Disaster 
• Les enfants haïtiens face aux traumatismes de la terre et de l’humanité