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Reversing Suicide, Mental Health Crisis in Africa - Africa Newsroom

(1 days ago) WebBRAZZAVILLE, Congo (Republic of the), October 6, 2022/APO Group/ --. World Health Organization (WHO) today launched a campaign to raise awareness and …

https://who-africa.africa-newsroom.com/press/reversing-suicide-mental-health-crisis-in-africa?lang=en

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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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High mental health burden for Africa’s youth - Nature

(Just Now) WebAcross 37 studies published between 2008 to 2020 and spanning 97,616 adolescents, the researchers found the following prevalence: depression (26.9%); …

https://www.nature.com/articles/d44148-021-00097-y

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UNICEF & WHO call for end to historic underfunding of mental …

(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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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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Africa CDC Kick-off the Implementation of a Continental Mental …

(3 days ago) WebThe Africa CDC launched a new Mental Health Leadership Programme (AMHLP) to address the African population’s mental health challenges. Funded by …

https://africacdc.org/news-item/africa-cdc-kick-off-the-implementation-of-a-continental-mental-health-leadership-workforce-programme/

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Nigeria’s new law shines spotlight on mental health care in Africa

(Just Now) WebMetrics. Nigeria’s new mental health act establishes human rights protections for patients and promotes community-based care, offering a roadmap for other countries, …

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-023-02536-9

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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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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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Reimagining global mental health in Africa BMJ Global Health

(8 days ago) WebThe state of mental health care in Africa. MH continues to be a neglected public health issue in Africa.10 According to the World Mental Health Atlas, some countries in Africa …

https://gh.bmj.com/content/8/9/e013232

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

(3 days ago) WebTherefore, this year’s theme for World Mental Health Day 2023 “ Mental health is a universal human right ”, is aligned with Africa CDC’s strategic priorities to …

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

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Accessing Mental Health Services in Africa: Current state, efforts

(3 days ago) WebThe Current Situation of Mental Health Services In Africa. The current look of Africa's mental health is gloomy, and despite tries, the situation has not changed. …

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

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Data crucial for Africa’s mental health response - scidev.net

(3 days ago) WebAfrica CDC unveiled new guidance for reinforcing the surveillance system related to non-communicable diseases, injuries and mental health (NCDI/MH) at a panel …

https://www.scidev.net/global/news/data-crucial-for-africas-mental-health-response/

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Addressing Nigeria's Mental Health Challenge Amidst - Africanews

(7 days ago) WebMental health experts and advocates have warned the present situation is having an impact on anger, anxiety, stress and depression levels in the country. Ayodeji …

https://www.africanews.com/2024/04/12/addressing-nigerias-mental-health-challenge-amidst-economic-hardship/

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Mental health: an urgent priority for Africa

(Just Now) WebMental health's physical and socioeconomic repercussions are taking a toll on the African continent, according to Africa Health 2021 speaker Prof Shekhar Saxena. …

https://insights.omnia-health.com/show-news/mental-health-urgent-priority-africa

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Mental Health Data Prize – Africa: Igniting innovation for …

(9 days ago) Web28 Dec 2023. In 2024, the African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC), in collaboration with Wellcome, is launching the Mental Health Data Prize – Africa …

https://www.bizcommunity.africa/Article/410/336/244873.html

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'Healing by the hair': how hairdressers help fight mental health

(5 days ago) WebAccording to a study, hairdressers, whom women trust, can, if trained, offer a palliative first-aid solution. Mental health in Africa presents several challenges. Patients …

https://www.africanews.com/2021/11/23/healing-by-the-hair-togolese-hairdressers-help-fight-mental-health/

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5 Organizations Improving Mental Health in Africa

(Just Now) WebStrongMinds: Concentrated in Uganda and Zambia, Strongminds provides mental health care to impoverished women living in Africa. It specifically helps treat …

https://borgenproject.org/improving-mental-health-in-africa/

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Zimbabwe: Mental Health Patients Filling Up Prison Psychiatric

(7 days ago) WebA High Court judge Philda Muzofa has challenged authorities to ensure that mental health issues are Get the latest in African news delivered straight to your …

https://allafrica.com/stories/202405020343.html

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Stemming the Ripple Effect of Untreated Mental Illness

(5 days ago) WebThe U.S. faces a mental health crisis with rising suicides, underscoring the urgent need for systemic reform. Our healthcare system's trajectory necessitates a bold …

https://www.psychologytoday.com/za/blog/the-value-of-healthcare/202404/stemming-the-ripple-effect-of-untreated-mental-illness

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Death of pastor's wife shakes community, reported cause of death …

(2 days ago) WebMYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (TND/WPDE) — A community in South Carolina is mourning the death of a 30-year-old pastor’s wife, apparently from suicide. Mica Miller …

https://cbs12.com/news/nation-world/death-pastor-wife-mica-john-paul-miller-husband-friends-church-africa-carolina-sc-south-myrtle-beach-mourn-shock-suicide-depression-mental-health-community-reported-cause-tough

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West Africa’s Sahel becoming a drug trafficking corridor, UN warns

(5 days ago) WebIn 2022, 1,466kg (3,232 pounds) of cocaine were seized in Mali, Chad, Burkina Faso and Niger compared to an average of 13kg (28.7 pounds) between 2013 …

https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/19/west-africas-sahel-becoming-a-drug-trafficking-corridor-un-warns

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3 in 4 Americans feel that mental health takes a back seat - ABC …

(2 days ago) Web3 in 4 Americans feel that mental health takes a back seat to physical health. 60% of Americans give a poor or failing grade to how mental health is treated. Catch up …

https://abcnews.go.com/Health/3-4-americans-feel-mental-health-takes-back/story?id=109818495

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Chris Oyakhilome: Nigerian pastor pushing malaria vaccine - BBC

(6 days ago) WebAbout 95% of malaria-related deaths occurred on the continent in 2022, with children under five accounting for around 80% of the deaths, according to the World …

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-67577223

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Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Often Go Untreated …

(3 days ago) WebThe News. For parents struggling with mental health or substance use disorders, access to treatment can often mean the difference between keeping and …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/19/health/parent-drugs-mental-illness-treatment-medicaid.html

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Kids in crisis: NJ hospitals see rise in mental health emergencies

(9 days ago) WebNJ Connect for Recovery: 855-652-3737. New Jersey Hope and Healing: 866-202-4357. Scott Fallon has covered the COVID-19 pandemic since its onset in March …

https://www.northjersey.com/story/news/coronavirus/2022/03/03/nj-covid-children-anxiety-depression-epidemic/6895463001/

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Global Citizen NOW urges investment in Sub-Saharan Africa

(2 days ago) WebGlobal Citizen NOW says it wants 2024 conference attendees to invest long-term in the African continent's fast-growing youth population and increase outreach to …

https://www.news4jax.com/business/2024/05/02/global-citizen-now-urges-investment-in-sub-saharan-africa-and-youth-outreach/

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What is psychosocial disability, how is it different to mental health

(1 days ago) WebMs Gillespie, 60, lives with psychosocial disability and has a string of mental health diagnoses, including complex post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder and …

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-04-30/psychosocial-disability-mental-health-ndis/103690958

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Prosecutor: 2 people seriously injured in 3-car crash; driver - News …

(5 days ago) WebThe Hudson County prosecutor says Steven Reyes was driving drunk in his Ford SUV when he hit a Volkswagen and Hyundai in North Bergen.

https://newjersey.news12.com/prosecutor-2-people-seriously-injured-in-3-car-crash-driver-charged-with-drunk-driving

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Youth forum puts spotlight on mental health - LimaOhio.com

(2 days ago) WebApril 27, 2024. Heir Force Community School Executive Director Willie Higgins spoke at a youth mental health forum Saturday at the school. Craig Kelly The Lima …

https://www.limaohio.com/top-stories/2024/04/27/youth-forum-puts-spotlight-on-mental-health/

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New Jersey pushes for mental health resources after sheriff's death

(6 days ago) Web0:00. 0:53. WOODLAND PARK, N.J. — In the wake of the death of a New Jersey sheriff, who appeared to have taken his own life in a restaurant, Gov. Phil Murphy …

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/01/25/new-jersey-mental-health-resources-sheriffs-death/72345251007/

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Calls for urgent action on Jersey mental health strategy - BBC

(6 days ago) WebA mental health expert has called for action from Jersey's government over a new strategy for future support. Patricia Winchester, the chief executive of independent advocates My …

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx8qdlz4vlgo

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Michele Levin - Psychology Today: Health, Help, Happiness

(Just Now) WebMichele Levin, Licensed Professional Counselor, Somerville, NJ, 08876, (732) 490-7142, Former Program Director of the Child and Adolescent Program at one of the …

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/michele-levin-somerville-nj/329690

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Child or Adolescent Psychiatrists in Voorhees, NJ - Psychology Today

(Just Now) Web"Dr. Natal is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with over 18 years experience in the field of mental health. Dr. Natal is a compassionate supportive …

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/psychiatrists/child-or-adolescent/nj/voorhees

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