The Mental Health Consequences of Hurricane Matthew on Haitian Children and Youth: An Exploratory Study

Dass-Brailsford, Priscilla; Thomley, Rebecca; Jain, Dipana; Jarrett, Elizabeth S.

doi:10.1007/s40653-021-00413-6

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“…Currently, a few studies provide us with some insights. In one explorative study conducted post-Hurricane Matthew in Haiti, children reported multiple adverse events, such as witnessing or experiencing interpersonal violence, neglect and abuse in addition to post-disaster stress and limited access to basic needs with a particular high prevalence of depression and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) (Dass-Brailsford et al, 2022). In comparing subgroups, the same study found that children who were in orphanages in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew reported significantly fewer adverse childhood experiences than those living with their families, which the authors suggest is due to orphanages in the setting creating a safe and stable environment for children (ibid.).…”

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How do Climate Change and Environmental Degradation contribute to Violence against Children?

Datzberger¹,

Howard-Merrill²,

Iorfa³

et al. 2023

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This scoping review of the literature explores the interlinkages between two pressing crises: violence against children (VAC) and climate change (CC) together with environmental degradation (ED). Only recently have research and policy begun to shine a light on the magnifying effect of CC on children’s exposure to violence, exploitation, and abuse, with the role of ED remaining under-explored. To spur academic and political movement in this area, our research aims to help establish the magnitude, direction, and pathways of the relationship between CC, ED, and VAC. We showcase the complexity of that relationship and illustrate, in the form of case studies, why context-specific approaches and more research are needed. Doing so, we cover five thematic areas: 1) Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction, 2) Gender, 3) Im/mobility, 4) Child Labour and 5) Health. Taking all five thematic areas together, structural violence against children emerged as a cross-cutting theme, creating and reinforcing the conditions for multiple forms of VAC in the context of CC and ED.

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confidence: 99%

How do Climate Change and Environmental Degradation contribute to Violence against Children?

Datzberger¹,

Howard-Merrill²,

Iorfa³

et al. 2023

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Impact of Climate Change on Adolescents' Health Outcomes: An Evidence Gap Map Review

Meherali,

Nisa,

Aynalem

et al. 2024

Journal of Adolescence

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BackgroundThe evolving impact of climate change on adolescents' health is a pressing global concern. Climate change's effects on their physical, mental, and social well‐being worsen unique developmental challenges for adolescents. This study aims to map existing evidence, identify gaps, and highlight research and intervention needs.MethodsFollowing Campbell standards, an evidence gap map (EGM) review was conducted. We searched for global studies on adverse climate events and adolescents aged 10–19 using five databases such as Medline, EMBASE, Global Health, CINAHL, and Scopus from September 1946 to June 01, 2023. Two independent reviewers completed the screening using Covidence software, and a critical appraisal of all included studies. EGM was developed using EPPI Mapper software, which presents a comprehensive overview of climate events and their impact on adolescents' health outcomes. This study protocol was registered in the International Platform of Registered Systematic Review and Meta‐Analysis (INPLASY) (# INPLASY202410119).FindingsWe included 44 studies that explored the impact of climate change on adolescents' health. Most included studies were from Asia (35), with limited evidence from Africa, Australia, and South America (one study each). Earthquakes, hurricanes, and tornadoes were the major climate events impacting adolescents' health and well‐being globally (37 studies). However, wildfires, droughts, and extreme heat got less attention. Most studies reported climate change's impact on adolescents' mental health (44), with few studies reporting the effect on physiological and psychosocial aspects of adolescents' health and well‐being (10).ConclusionThe systematic examination reveals significant evidence gaps, particularly in Africa, Australia, and South America, and in climate events like wildfires, droughts, and extreme heat. Most studies focus on mental health, with limited research on physiological and psychosocial aspects. These gaps highlight key areas for future research and targeted interventions at the intersection of adolescent health and climate change.

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How do extreme weather events contribute to violence against children?

Datzberger,

Howard-Merrill,

Parkes

et al. 2024

Child Abuse & Neglect

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The Mental Health Consequences of Hurricane Matthew on Haitian Children and Youth: An Exploratory Study

Cited by 6 publications

References 56 publications

How do Climate Change and Environmental Degradation contribute to Violence against Children?

How do Climate Change and Environmental Degradation contribute to Violence against Children?

Impact of Climate Change on Adolescents' Health Outcomes: An Evidence Gap Map Review

How do extreme weather events contribute to violence against children?

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