Maria Fernanda Garcia

About

Maria Fernanda Garcia is an Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida, USA. Her research primarily focuses on the mental health and migration experiences of Venezuelan and Puerto Rican communities, specifically examining agency in migration, pre- and post-migration challenges, and the impacts of cultural stress on family dynamics. Recent publications highlight her work on various aspects of immigration, including PTSD risks, emotional outcomes related to emigration, and the experiences of unaccompanied youth in the foster care system.