Mental health training experiences among Haitian healthcare workers post-earthquake 2010.

ABSTRACT:

Background

After the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, the large number of persons with major limb damage, amputations, shock, trauma, anxiety and depression placed a severe strain on mental health (MH) services.

Purpose

This qualitative study describes the impact and acceptability of a Mental Health Training Program (MHTP) implemented in the north of Haiti after the earthquake.

Methods

A total of 113 healthcare workers (HCWs) participated in a training program designed to build local MH care capacity. The training curriculum draws on literature related to MH and the impact of the Haiti earthquake. Two focus groups were conducted with 16 HCWs; discussions centred on the personal and professional impact and acceptability of the training program.

Discussion

Results demon

SUBMITTER: Cianelli R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3933925 | biostudies-literature | 2013 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature