Homelessness and Mental Health
Levinia Brown discusses the effects of homelessness on mental health from personal experience.
Homelessness is a significant issue that can cause problems with mental health. Levinia Brown, from Rankin Inlet, notes that homelessness and overcrowding have severely impacted many Nunavummiut.
"The arguments can become quite intense in this type of situation,"
said Brown, highlighting the stress of everyday tasks, such as cooking for large groups. Brown shared her personal experience, where her younger son was living in a boat while waiting 15 years for housing.
- He has been on the waiting list for 15 years.
- Currently living with Brown and her husband Ron.
- His son is also homeless and living with them.
Brown's story illustrates the challenges of homelessness and its effects on mental health.
Author's summary: Homelessness severely affects mental health.