Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Litter, Littering, and Illegal Dumping in The Bahamas: An In-Depth Analysis

 
People cleaning litter off beach

 "Beach Clean-Up" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano
 
 
Definitions: Litter, Littering and Illegal Dumping
 
Litter

Litter refers to waste materials that have been improperly disposed of in an open or public place, rather than being placed in designated trash receptacles. It typically includes items such as:

Paper (e.g., newspapers, flyers, packaging)
Plastic (e.g., bags, bottles, wrappers)
Glass (e.g., bottles, jars)
Metal (e.g., cans, foil)
Organic waste (e.g., food scraps, yard waste)

Litter can accumulate in various environments, including streets, parks, beaches, and waterways, leading to environmental degradation, visual pollution, and potential harm to wildlife.

Bougainvillea at Montagu Heights

 
Bougainvillea at Montagu Heights on front yard wall.

"Bougainvillea at Montagu Heights" - ©A. Derek Catalano


"Bougainvillea at Montagu Heights - Video" - ©A. Derek Catalano


Junkanoo Superheroes

 
Junkanoo Superheroes float

"Junkanoo Superheroes" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano


Junkanoo Superheroes float

"Junkanoo Superheroes" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano

Tropic Moon Garden

 
Tropic Moon Garden

"Tropic Moon Garden" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano
 
 
 
Tropic Moon Garden

"Tropic Moon Garden" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano

Wall Crab

 
olorful ceramic crab hanging on white wall.

"Wall Crab " - ©A. Derek Catalano

Monday, May 20, 2024

Report: The Alarming Rise of Mental Illness, Suicide, and Attempted Suicide in The Bahamas

 
woman with elbows on table holding gead in hands by candle light.

 "Troubled" - Bahamas AI art
 ©A. Derek Catalano
 
 
Report: The Alarming Rise of Mental Illness, Suicide, and Attempted Suicide in The Bahamas
 
Mental illness refers to a wide range of mental health conditions—disorders that affect mood, thinking, and behavior. Examples of mental illness include depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders, and addictive behaviors. These conditions can be occasional or long-lasting (chronic) and affect an individual's ability to function in daily life. Mental illnesses are typically characterized by significant changes in mood, thought processes, or behavior and are often associated with distress or impaired functioning in social, occupational, or other important activities.


Current Situation in The Bahamas

In recent years, The Bahamas has witnessed a troubling increase in mental health issues, suicide rates, and attempted suicides. This alarming trend has become a major public health concern, with significant implications for the well-being of individuals and communities.

Junkanoo Rooster

 
Junkanoo Rooster

"Junkanoo Rooster" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano


Junkanoo Rooster

"Junkanoo Rooster" - Bahamas AI art
©A. Derek Catalano