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flag Hurricane Melissa’s devastation in Jamaica continues to affect mental health, especially among children, months after the storm.

flag Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, caused widespread devastation in Jamaica, with lasting mental health impacts emerging months later, particularly among children and vulnerable populations. flag Survivors exhibit anxiety, fear, and trauma, often suppressed due to cultural resilience norms, prompting calls for sustained psychological support. flag While physical recovery efforts advance, including accelerated damage assessments and medical aid from organizations like CMAT, mental health remains underprioritized. flag Advocates stress that holistic healing—addressing both physical and emotional wounds—is essential for true recovery, urging long-term, culturally grounded mental health initiatives to support communities rebuilding beyond infrastructure.

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