The main focus of my research is exploring the intersection between mental illness and stigma and its impact on immigrant communities. Also, the effectiveness of treatment options for individuals with serious mental illness in the community.
I am currently involved in multiple collaborative projects at Laurier’s faculty of social work and the department of social work at the University of Ghana.
Study to increase understanding of clients’ and staff perspectives on the use of community treatment orders for clients of the Guelph Assertive Community Treatment Team.
West African ideals of family.
Stigma and serious mental illness in the Waterloo region.
Media’s portrayal of mental illness in Ghana.