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Reversing suicide, mental health crisis in Africa - WHO

(5 days ago) WebReversing suicide, mental health crisis in Africa. 06 October 2022. Brazzaville – World Health Organization (WHO) today launched a campaign to raise …

https://www.afro.who.int/news/reversing-suicide-mental-health-crisis-africa

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Why is there a mental health emergency in Africa? - Al Jazeera

(4 days ago) WebOn Thursday, October 20 at 19:30 GMT:The World Health Organization has launched a campaignaimed at boosting suicide prevention across Africa, amid a continent-wide …

https://www.aljazeera.com/program/the-stream/2022/10/20/why-is-there-a-mental-health-emergency-in-africa

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Barriers to mental health care in Africa - WHO

(4 days ago) WebKampala – Poor access to mental health care in many African countries due to low government investment is one of the major hurdles to prevention and care services. On average African …

https://www.afro.who.int/news/barriers-mental-health-care-africa

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WHO highlights urgent need to transform mental health …

(7 days ago) WebThe World Health Organization today released its largest review of world mental health since the turn of the century. The detailed work provides a blueprint for …

https://www.who.int/news/item/17-06-2022-who-highlights-urgent-need-to-transform-mental-health-and-mental-health-care

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Accessing Mental Health Services in Africa: Current state, …

(3 days ago) WebAfrica has 1.4 mental health workers per 100 000 people, a low figure beside the global average of 9 workers per 100 000 people . Also, there has been a very …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9387063/

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Mental health in Africa - The Lancet Global Health

(3 days ago) WebMental health problems appear to be increasing in importance in Africa. Between 2000 and 2015 the continent's population grew by 49%, yet the number of years lost to disability as …

https://www.thelancet.com/journals/langlo/article/PIIS2214-109X(18)30303-6/fulltext

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UNICEF & WHO call for end to historic underfunding of …

(1 days ago) Web“The greatest challenge to adequate mental health service provision in Africa is the chronically low investments by governments. It’s time for a radical change.” …

https://www.unicef.org/wca/press-releases/unicef-who%E2%80%AFcall-end-historic-underfunding-mental-health-services-africa

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Reversing suicide, mental health crisis in Africa - World

(Just Now) WebReversing suicide, mental health crisis in Africa. Brazzaville, 6 October 2022 – World Health Organization (WHO) today launched a campaign to raise awareness and …

https://reliefweb.int/report/world/reversing-suicide-mental-health-crisis-africa

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Mental Health during the COVID-19 Crisis in Africa: A …

(3 days ago) WebWe aim to provide a systematic review and meta-analysis of the prevalence rates of mental health symptoms among major African populations during the COVID-19 pandemic. We include articles from PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, PsycINFO, and medRxiv between 1 February 2020 and 6 February 2021, and pooled …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8536091/

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Mental Health WHO Regional Office for Africa

(2 days ago) WebThe World Health Organization (WHO) has identified mental health as an integral component of the COVID-19 response. Its rapid assessment of service delivery for mental, neurological and substance …

https://www.afro.who.int/health-topics/mental-health

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Mental Health Crisis - Africa.com

(1 days ago) WebA growing mental health crisis in Africa. The Covid-19 pandemic has had an undeniable impact on people’s livelihoods and wellbeing, with the loss of loved ones, …

https://www.africa.com/addressing-africas-growing-mental-health-crisis/

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Mental Health, A Universal Human Right for Africans – Africa CDC

(3 days ago) WebOne of the flagship interventions for Africa CDC’s strategy on mental health is the integration of mental health and psychosocial social support into emergency …

https://africacdc.org/news-item/mental-health-a-universal-human-right-for-africans/

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Providing mental health support in humanitarian emergencies: an

(6 days ago) WebHaving already faced stressful events in their home countries—violence and loss—refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) may encounter additional …

https://www.who.int/news-room/feature-stories/detail/providing-mental-health-support-in-humanitarian-emergencies-an-opportunity-to-integrate-care-in-a-sustainable-way

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4 facts you didn't know about mental health in Africa

(8 days ago) WebListen to the article. • Demand for mental health services is increasing in Africa, particularly among vulnerable populations like women. • Most African …

https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2021/08/4-facts-mental-health-africa/

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Addressing Africa's mental health crisis: Unleashing the potential …

(Just Now) WebThe Mental Health Epidemic in Africa In 2022, the World Health Organisation reported that Africa is home to six of the top ten countries with the highest suicide rates . …

https://scienceforafrica.foundation/media-center/addressing-africas-mental-health-crisis-unleashing-potential-gifted-minds-through

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Addressing Africa’s Growing Mental Health Crisis

(6 days ago) WebSouth Africa reported a suicide crisis in 2022, joining Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Central African Republic as the African countries with the …

https://scienceforafrica.foundation/media-center/addressing-africas-growing-mental-health-crisis

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Africa CDC Hosts Eastern Africa Member States Workshop on …

(Just Now) WebMental health and psychosocial support should be an essential part of emergency preparedness and response across Africa. This is particularly urgent as the continent …

https://africacdc.org/news-item/africa-cdc-hosts-eastern-africa-member-states-workshop-on-integrating-mental-health-and-psychosocial-support-in-emergency-preparedness-and-response/

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Why is there a mental health emergency in Africa? The Stream

(3 days ago) WebThe World Health Organization has launched a campaign aimed at boosting suicide prevention across Africa, amid a continent-wide crisis in mental health provi

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPBf-xq4gFI

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Spiritual healers as therapists? Inside South Africa’s mental health …

(1 days ago) WebMindset meets three healers and examines how they can help address Africa’s mental health crisis. Published On 25 Jan 2024 25 Jan 2024. More from the …

https://www.aljazeera.com/program/mindset/2024/1/25/witch-doctors-as-therapists-inside-south-africas-mental-health-crisis

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Harsh weather, economic distress worsening mental health

(8 days ago) WebStrong Minds is a social enterprise founded in 2013 that treats depression in low-income women and adolescents in Africa and the Americas. Mental health crisis …

https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/harsh-weather-economic-distress-worsening-mental-health-experts-4607876

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African Governments Falling Short on Healthcare Funding

(8 days ago) WebAfrican governments are falling far short in their commitments to prioritize public spending on health care, contributing to widespread inequalities in healthcare …

https://www.hrw.org/news/2024/04/26/african-governments-falling-short-healthcare-funding

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2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention HHS.gov

(Just Now) WebGoal 12: Embed health equity into all comprehensive suicide prevention activities. Goal 13: Implement comprehensive suicide prevention strategies for …

https://www.hhs.gov/programs/prevention-and-wellness/mental-health-substance-abuse/national-strategy-suicide-prevention/index.html

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Mental health crisis centers look to provide care that busy ERs …

(7 days ago) WebIn King County, Washington, where the only mental health crisis facility requires an advance referral, voters recently passed a $1.25 billion property tax to build …

https://www.statnews.com/2024/04/26/crisis-centers-empath-units-er-alternative-for-mental-health/

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Alternative to ERs for homeless, mentally ill NJ Spotlight News

(9 days ago) WebAcross the country, an average of 774,508 adults visited hospital emergency departments for mental-health-related issues each year from 2018 to 2020. That …

https://www.njspotlightnews.org/2024/04/crisis-diversion-homes-alternative-to-ers-for-people-with-mental-health-issues/

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Mental Health Urgent Care Center — CBH Care

(Just Now) WebCBH Care’s Wellness & Support Centers provide Bergen and Passaic County residents, ages 18 and over, with mental health urgent care services. Mental Health Urgent Care …

https://www.cbhcare.com/mental-health-urgent-care-center-bergen-county

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Mental health crisis is the second pandemic. - South Bend Tribune

(8 days ago) WebThe pandemic has confirmed the sharply delineated reality of mental health inequality. Vulnerable populations, including the homeless, persons of color, the …

https://www.southbendtribune.com/story/opinion/columns/guest/2024/04/26/mental-health-crisis-is-the-second-pandemic/73374060007/

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America’s Age Old Mental Health Crisis TIME

(Just Now) WebIf you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental-health crisis or contemplating suicide, call or text 988. In emergencies, call 911, or seek care from a …

https://time.com/6972103/america-mental-health-crisis-patrick-kennedy/

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Strengthening mental health services in Borno, Adamawa and …

(2 days ago) WebBorno, 19 April 2024 - In the midst of humanitarian crises, the mental health needs of displaced and underserved populations often go overlooked.. Recognizing this …

https://www.afro.who.int/countries/nigeria/news/strengthening-mental-health-services-borno-adamawa-and-yobe-states-through-primary-health-care

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The Mental Health Association of NJ

(2 days ago) WebNeed emotional support, information and referrals? Call (866) 202-HELP (4357) Daily: 8am – 8pm. Concerned about a loved one's substance use? Call (855) 652-3737

https://www.mhanj.org/

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Tacoma 911 hub adding counselors to handle behavioral health calls

(7 days ago) WebAiming to better support these callers, the emergency 911 center has launched a first of its kind model that will bring counselors from the state’s 988 mental health …

https://www.kitsapsun.com/story/news/2024/04/29/tacoma-911-hub-adding-counselors-to-handle-behavioral-health-calls/73445992007/

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Mental Health Worker - Per Diem - LinkedIn

(5 days ago) WebAssess patients in the mental health emergency room, on inpatient units, or off-site, for treatment needs, including needs for referral to other hospitals/services. Utilizes …

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/mental-health-worker-per-diem-at-hackensack-meridian-health-3888251390

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Integrative Psychiatrists in Montclair, NJ - Psychology Today

(3 days ago) WebHe treats a broad range of mental health issues, with particular interest in ADD/ADHD, Asperger's/Autism Spectrum Disorders, as well as Mood and Anxiety Disorders. Dr.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/psychiatrists/integrative/nj/montclair

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Tragic death of Kay-Alana Turner prompts dialogue on mental …

(4 days ago) WebFollowing the tragic discovery of the body of Kay-Alana Turner, a woman who may have been experiencing a mental health crisis and fled from deputies, a dialogue …

https://www.click2houston.com/news/local/2024/04/27/tragic-death-of-kay-alana-turner-prompts-dialogue-on-mental-health-crisis-response-and-de-escalating-situations/

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Adderall Abuse Risks Becoming Another Opioid Crisis, DEA Says

(1 days ago) WebThe fast rise of prescriptions for Adderall and other stimulants, along with rampant online treatment and advertising, suggest the start of another drug crisis like …

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/adderall-abuse-risks-becoming-another-opioid-crisis-dea-says

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The Secret Push That Could Ban TikTok - The New York Times

(9 days ago) WebAmerican lawmakers have tried for years to ban TikTok, concerned that the video app’s links to China pose a national security risk. Sapna Maheshwari, a technology …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/30/podcasts/the-daily/tiktok-ban.html

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