Streaming Media
Course Code
LDR
Course Number
3905
Faculty/Instructor
Professor Donna Mercado
Abstract, Summary, or Creative Statement
Growing up in a Caribbean household, mental health, amongst other topics, was something no one dared to speak about. Seeking therapy or talking to a trusted family member is not an option since you will look weak. When mental health issues are left untreated, long-term adverse effects on the emotional, social, physical, and behavioral aspects of life. In some instances, it may result in suicide. This research will explore the different elements that affect a person’s willingness to receive mental health treatment in Caribbean households. Would teenagers and young adults seek mental help if given the right resources and support? Would Caribbean parents encourage their children to seek help if they were educated on healthy methods of addressing their issues and concerns? What problems can arise from neglecting signs of declining mental health?
Keywords
Mental health, Caribbean, Caribbean American, suicide, stigma, youth, young adult, adult, low-income, households
Recommended Citation
Bossicot, Arnoudly, "The Lack of Mental Health Support in Caribbean Households" (2025). LEAD Scholars Academy Showcase. 14.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/ulead-showcase/2025spring/posters/14
The Lack of Mental Health Support in Caribbean Households
Growing up in a Caribbean household, mental health, amongst other topics, was something no one dared to speak about. Seeking therapy or talking to a trusted family member is not an option since you will look weak. When mental health issues are left untreated, long-term adverse effects on the emotional, social, physical, and behavioral aspects of life. In some instances, it may result in suicide. This research will explore the different elements that affect a person’s willingness to receive mental health treatment in Caribbean households. Would teenagers and young adults seek mental help if given the right resources and support? Would Caribbean parents encourage their children to seek help if they were educated on healthy methods of addressing their issues and concerns? What problems can arise from neglecting signs of declining mental health?