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Cheryll Bowers-Stephens, MD, MBA, The Schopenhauer Group LLC, 7611 Maple Street, Suite F, New Orleans, LA 70117, 504-228-8997, CBSPSY@aol.com
On August 29th, 2005, Hurricane Katrina caused catastrophic flooding in the Gulf south region of the United States. Consequently, individuals in leadership positions, public policymakers, first responders and citizens have faced unprecedented challenges to the status quo. This presentation reviews in detail the mental health impact of Hurricane Katrina. From preparations made prior to Katrina to the mental health aftermath of Katrina there are many lessons learned. The importance of the integration of mental health and public health in order to meet the mental health needs of the impacted community is stressed. In addition, Leadership lessons, public policy implications, and areas requiring further research are discussed.
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Any relevant financial relationships? No
The 134th Annual Meeting & Exposition (November 4-8, 2006) of APHA