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Addressing Mental Health in Africa: Integrating Mental Health First Aid Initiatives

Fadele Kehinde Precious
Greatman Owhor
Dauda Ayuba
Stephen Chukwuemeka Igwe
Nkwocha Ifeoma Bianca
Jerico Bautista Ogaya
Kolawole Emmanuel Olayinka
Don Eliseo Lucero‐Prisno

20241 citationOpen accessUniversity of Ilorin

Abstract

Africa faces a growing mental health crisis, characterized by limited resources, pervasive stigma, and restricted access to mental health services. Cultural beliefs often hinder individuals from seeking help, exacerbating the situation. Mental Health

Research topics

Mental Health Treatment and Access
Community Health and Development
Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development

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DOI: 10.22541/au.173217242.26089066/v1

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