WILLEMSTAD/GREAT BAY--Psychotic disorders, depressive mood disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD and autism are among the most common conditions affecting people across the Caribbean part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, according to the first-ever Regional Mental Healthcare Report for the Caribbean, presented by the Dutch Caribbean Mental Health Federation (DCMH). Trauma- and stress-related conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), also rank highly.
The report, which was not been publicly released, compiles data from nearly 8,400 clients across Aruba, Curaรงao, Sint Maarten, Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba, offers a clear and comparable picture of the nature and extent of mental health challenges in the region. Most clients receive treatment on their own island, while some are treated elsewhere within the Kingdom.
The new overview highlights the urgent need for care focused on these four conditions, which together account for the majority of mental health cases in the region. Psychotic disorders, at the top of the list, involve difficulties distinguishing reality from thoughts, often leading to hallucinations or delusions. Depressive mood disorders follow, while neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and ADHD typically manifest at a young age and affect brain development. Trauma- and stress-related disorders, often developing after shocking or violent events, can lead to anxiety, sleep issues, and persistent tension.
DCMH emphasized that the regional overview represents a milestone in collaboration among its member organizations: FSMA Respaldo (Aruba), GGZ Curaรงao, Addiction Clinic Brasami (Curaรงao), PSI Skuchami (Curaรงao), Mental Health Foundation (Sint Maarten), and Mental Health Caribbean (Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba).
Beyond mapping the prevalence of conditions, the report establishes an important foundation for future policy, research, and improved care delivery. DCMH confirmed that it will continue monitoring mental health trends to ensure that data remains up to date and useful for decision-makers.
This report provides, for the first time, a joint picture of the mental health situation across the Caribbean part of the Kingdom.
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