2023-11-11 01:26:15
A few weeks after the passing of Hurricane Otis in Gurrerothe government of Mexico sent specialists to strengthen mental health care for the population of this entity that requires it.
Through a statement, the Ministry of Health indicated that personnel from the National Commission for Mental Health and Addictions (Conasama), with the support of state health services, reinforce free psychological and psychiatric care services in the areas affected by Hurricane Otis.
Brigades of mental health They visit the shelters installed in the municipalities of Acapulco and Coyuca de Benítez daily; To date, around 200 people who are in these sites and have an associated chronic condition have received care.
While at the headquarters of the Ministry of Health in Acapulco, a module was installed to offer psychological care and emotional support to the general population, as well as to workers who carry out various health actions.
Help them for mental health after Hurricane Otis Guerrero
The Atension It is provided to girls, boys, adolescents, adults and older adults through first aid talks, therapeutic and group sessions, as well as referrals to first-level units, general and psychiatric hospitals.
The main causes are: anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress.
Fixed services
The fixed care services provided in Acapulco, from Monday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. are located at:
“Alianza Popular” Health Center, 128 Adolfo Ruiz Cortines Avenue, Alta Progreso neighborhood. Pie de la Cuesta Health Center, Acapulco-Zihuatanejo national highway without number, Pie de la Cuesta. Llano Largo Health Center, Hermenegildo Galeana Street. IMSS-Bienestar Acapulco “El Quemado” Hospital, on Saturday and Sunday, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Acapulco Renacimiento, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at:
IMSS-Bienestar Renacimiento Hospital Community Center for Mental Health and Addictions (Cecosama), Juan R. Escudero street number 158, Ciudad Renacimiento neighborhood.
Coyuca de Benitez, Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at:
Community Center for Mental Health and Addictions (Cecosama), Calle del Hospital corner Avenida de la Juventud 37A, Colonia Cerro del Fortín. READ ALSO: Hurricane Otis. Four federal hospitals operate in Acapulco
Why is mental health important?
Mental health care is vital. In an increasingly fast-paced and stressful world, taking the necessary steps to maintain and improve our mental health is essential.
The importance of this dimension of health lies in its direct influence on people’s quality of life. Optimal mental well-being enhances factors such as self-esteem, work and academic performance, interpersonal relationships and decision making.
There are several factors that can threaten the mental health of individuals. Among them are:
chronic stress, lack of social support, unemployment, job insecurity, family history of mental illness and exposure to trauma or violence, among others.
These elements, especially when combined, can precipitate or exacerbate mental health problems.
Identifying and recognizing these risk factors is a vital step for the prevention and timely treatment of mental disorders.
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