Bridgetown - Post Report Question and Answers
Are there any particular mental health issues that tend to crop up at post, such as Seasonal Affective Disorder (winter blues)?
Not at all; it's sunny year round. - Aug 2019
Island fever is very real. You must plan to get off the island. There are limited activities on the island and it is very easy to isolate yourself. Stay active in the community, plan trips to other islands, and don’t allow the high cost of everything prevent you from changing up your routine every now and then. - May 2018
Island fever. It's real, take precautions to deal with it and save everyone a lot of heartache. It's US$800 for a round trip ticket to the US and Barbados is almost directly across from the northern tip of South America, so don't make the mistake of thinking you're near the US or that it is easy or inexpensive to get off island. A 45-minute flight to a nearby island can cost from $200-400 US in advance. If you expect this, and prepare for it, you will be much happier. Even going to another island can help cure island fever, and there are many beautiful places to choose from, but don't stay longer than six months without a trip somewhere or you will find yourself grinding your teeth. - Jul 2016
