Findings from the 1976 AAFSW survey indicated a need for the State Department to review the quality of medical care for Foreign Service families, especially counseling for mental health issues. It was suggested that medical personnel in Washington should better recognize the stresses of Foreign Service life and be more sensitive in their dealings with family members. AAFSW organized a Mental Health panel discussion in March 1978 to address these concerns, including panelists from AID, State and USIA as well as medical professionals. First Lady Rosalynn Carter was a guest speaker at the event.
Mental Health Panel, participants: Michael Keeley, Jean Vance, Betty Ann Weinstein, Joan Wilson, Bernice Munsey, Dr. Patrick Haynes, Janel Lloyd, Mary Louise Weiss, Dr. Stephen Hersh, Dr. Peter Bourne, March 14, 1978. Photo credit: U.S. Department of State
