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Kenya’s Troubled 60-Year Mental Health Journey

(1 days ago) WebFour men sit chained in a room at the Coptic Church Mamboleo, in Kisumu city, western Kenya, where over 60 men, women, and children with real or perceived …

https://www.hrw.org/news/2023/12/09/kenyas-troubled-60-year-mental-health-journey

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Experts join forces for mental health in Kenya

(8 days ago) WebOver 100 experts joined a discussion to kickstart the latest mental health investment case – this time in Kenya. The multistakeholder event hosted by the Ministry of Health was held on 17 May 2021.The …

https://www.who.int/news-room/events/detail/2021/05/23/default-calendar/experts-join-forces-for-mental-health-in-kenya

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Concern grows in Kenya after alarming rise in suicide cases

(8 days ago) WebA mural about mental health and climate issues in Nairobi’s Kibera slum. There were 483 suicides recorded in Kenya in three months. Photograph: Gordwin …

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2021/aug/10/concern-grows-in-kenya-after-alarming-rise-in-suicide-cases

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Governors commit to action to improve mental health in Kenya

(2 days ago) Web3 August 2021 – Over 180 governors and experts have come together to commit to greater action on mental health as part of a joint initiative being spearheaded by the …

https://www.who.int/news-room/events/detail/2021/08/13/default-calendar/governors-commit-to-action-to-improve-mental-health-in-kenya

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Mental Health (MoH Kenya)

(8 days ago) WebThe Kenya Mental Health Policy 2015-2030 provides for a framework on interventions for securing mental health systems reforms in Kenya. This is in line with the Constitution of Kenya 2010, Vision 2030, the Kenya …

https://mental.health.go.ke/

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Helping to break mental health care barriers in Kenya

(3 days ago) WebHelping to break mental health care barriers in Kenya. 10 October 2022. Nairobi – In a previous stint as a chemistry teacher Dr Gladys Mwiti could not help but …

https://www.afro.who.int/countries/kenya/news/helping-break-mental-health-care-barriers-kenya

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News Archives - Mental Health (MoH Kenya)

(2 days ago) WebLeave a Comment / News / MoH. The journey towards transforming mental health care systems in Kenya has gathered momentum following the launch of the Kenya Mental …

https://mental.health.go.ke/category/news/

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In Kenya, emotional violence, mental health found as key …

(2 days ago) WebCitation: In Kenya, emotional violence, mental health found as key obstacles to lifesaving HIV treatments for young females (2023, November 2) retrieved 29 April …

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2023-11-kenya-emotional-violence-mental-health.html

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11 Human Rights Organizations Laud “Landmark” New Mental …

(6 days ago) WebThe Mental Health Act is signed into law as cases of various mental health conditions are on the rise in Kenya – so much so that the Government is being urged to …

https://reliefweb.int/report/kenya/11-human-rights-organizations-laud-landmark-new-mental-health-amendment-act-kenya

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Health Ministry inks pact with Johnson & Johnson …

(1 days ago) WebSeptember 2, 2022. 1. NAIROBI, Kenya Sep 2 – The Ministry of Health has signed a collaborative pact with innovative healthcare company Johnson & Johnson to facilitate access to quality mental healthcare services in …

https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/news/2022/09/health-ministry-inks-pact-with-johnson-johnson-kenya-on-mental-health/

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One in 10 police officers 'has mental health issues', study shows

(5 days ago) WebShow plans. One in every 10 police officers in the country is suffering from mental health problem, a study by the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) has …

https://nation.africa/kenya/news/one-in-10-police-suffering-from-mental-health-problems-3695602

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Kenyans Urged to Treat Mental Health Stress Caused by Pandemic

(3 days ago) WebKenya’s Ministry of Health says the number of mental health cases have increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the country's mental health task …

https://www.voanews.com/a/covid-19-pandemic_kenyans-urged-treat-mental-health-stress-caused-pandemic/6193507.html

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Kenya: Group urges awareness, treatment on mental health

(3 days ago) WebThe PDO says since it was established in 2016 it has treated 20,000 people. The PDO provides medication at a subsidised rate and it’s completely free for people …

https://www.africanews.com/2023/10/07/kenya-group-urges-awareness-treatment-on-mental-health/

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Voices from the Youth in Kenya Addressing Mental Health Gaps …

(3 days ago) WebThe research and program implementers were participants directly addressing/supporting youth mental health needs in Kenya or were involved in similar …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9104498/

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How Shamiri Institute is shaping the future of mental health

(4 days ago) WebIn Kenya, research has shown that nearly 1 in 2 high school students struggle with mental health problems. Girls and Form Four students are the most …

https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2021-11-23-how-shamiri-institute-is-shaping-the-future-of-mental-health-in-africa/

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Government Launches National Guidelines on Workplace Mental …

(6 days ago) WebNairobi, Kenya - 14th September 2023 - The Ministry of Health took a significant step today by unveiling the National Guidelines on Workplace Mental Wellness. Acting Director …

https://health.go.ke/government-launches-national-guidelines-workplace-mental-wellness

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SILENCED MINDS: THE SYSTEMIC NEGLECT OF THE MENTAL …

(9 days ago) WebA human rights audit of the mental health system in Kenya viii 3.2.2 No policy framework on mental health 23 3.2.3 Health sector policy silent on mental health 24 3.3 …

https://africacheck.org/sites/default/files/media/documents/2022-07/THE_%20MENTAL_HEALTH_REPORT.pdf

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Mental Health and Well-Being – Kenya News Agency

(7 days ago) WebThe Kenya Mental Health Policy (2015-2030), Kagwe noted, envisions a nation where mental health is valued and promoted, mental health conditions are …

https://www.kenyanews.go.ke/mental-health-and-well-being/

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Mental Health Atlas 2020 Country Profile: Kenya

(4 days ago) WebAll news. News releases; Statements; Campaigns; Events; Feature stories; Press conferences; Speeches; Mental Health Atlas 2020 Country Profile: Kenya; …

https://www.who.int/publications/m/item/mental-health-atlas-ken-2020-country-profile

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WHO unveils new guidance on mental health – Kenya News Agency

(Just Now) WebKNA1 October 9, 2023 Counties, Editor's Pick, Health, Kiambu 0. As the world marks Mental Health Day on Tuesday, the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the Office of …

https://www.kenyanews.go.ke/who-unveils-new-guidance-on-mental-health/

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Surging mental health disorders raise alarm – Kenya News Agency

(Just Now) WebAt the national level, the government is guided by the Kenya Mental Health Action Plan (2021-2025), a Ministry of Health (MoH) blueprint on interventions for …

https://www.kenyanews.go.ke/surging-mental-health-disorders-raise-medical-alarm/

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Teachers raise red flag over rising cases of mental health illness

(7 days ago) WebThe Kenya Women Teachers Association (KEWOTA) has raised an alarm over rising cases of mental health illness among Kenyan teachers. In a press briefing held at …

https://www.kbc.co.ke/teachers-raises-alarm-over-rising-cases-of-mental-health-illness/

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International study fills data gap on adolescent mental health

(3 days ago) WebThe National Adolescent Mental Health Surveys (NAMHS) led by UQ found nearly 1 in 8 adolescents in Kenya had a mental disorder in the 12 months prior to the survey, while …

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/international-study-fills-data-gap-on-adolescent-mental-health/ar-AA1nIUV2

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UNFPA Kenya Building mental health and SRHR resilience among …

(6 days ago) WebYoung people aged 15-24 accounted for 32% of new infections in Africa in 2022," said Hon. Bakary Y. Badjie, Minister of Youth, Gambia. While discussing the mental health …

https://kenya.unfpa.org/en/news/building-mental-health-and-srhr-resilience-among-africas-youth-call-action

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The Kenya Alliance for Mental Health (KAMH) is on a mission to …

(1 days ago) WebKAMH has partnered with Grand Canyon University, in Phoenix Arizona, to develop a professional training program. The Kenyan Mental Health Care Practitioner Certificate …

https://www.kamh.ngo/

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It's OK to have a bad day, Harry tells students - The Star

(6 days ago) WebThe Duke of Sussex told children at a mental health summit in Abuja “there’s no shame to acknowledge that today is a bad day, that you left school feeling …

https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/africa/2024-05-10-its-ok-to-have-a-bad-day-harry-tells-students/

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'Brown Girl Therapy' founder tackles South Asian mental health …

(4 days ago) WebThe page has amassed over 230,000 followers so far, and Kohli has continued to use it to post uplifting mental health, family and dating advice for women of color.

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/brown-girl-therapy-founder-tackles-south-asian-mental-health-stigma-ne-rcna151282

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KMPDU calls off doctors strike after 56 days in deal - Capital News

(7 days ago) WebNAIROBI, Kenya May 8 – Doctors across the nation on Wednesday ended their nationwide strike following the signing of a return-to-work agreement with the …

https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/news/2024/05/kmpdu-calls-off-doctors-strike-after-56-days-in-deal-with-moh-cog/

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Kenyan government doctors sign agreement to end strike

(Just Now) WebKenyan public hospital doctors on Wednesday signed a return to work agreement with the government meant to end a strike that started in mid-March, union …

https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/kenyas-doctors-government-sign-agreement-end-strike-2024-05-08/

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Are Schools Too Focused on Mental Health? - The New York Times

(8 days ago) WebRecent studies cast doubt on whether large-scale mental health interventions are making young people better. Some even suggest they can have a negative effect. By …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/06/health/mental-health-schools.html

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As mental health issues plague community, Asian Americans fight …

(2 days ago) WebEarlier this year, the National Museum of Asian Art convened a group of artists, community leaders and health providers to discuss the mental health issues …

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/05/10/asian-american-community-mental-health-stigma/73590929007/

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When Prison and Mental Illness Amount to a Death Sentence

(7 days ago) WebThe country’s jails and prisons have become its largest provider of inpatient mental health treatment, with 10 times as many seriously mentally ill people now held …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/05/us/politics/prison-mental-health-care.html

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Met police policy on mental health calls may be putting lives at …

(9 days ago) WebForce says Right Care Right Person scheme has saved 34,000 officer hours but concerns lead to calls for it to be paused The Metropolitan police have said their …

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/article/2024/may/09/met-police-policy-on-mental-health-calls-may-be-putting-lives-at-risk-say-charities

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Mental Health Awareness Month: Addressing Underdiscussed …

(4 days ago) WebIn an interview with BET, mental health experts stress the importance of understanding and accepting conditions like autism, ADHD, and borderline personality …

https://www.bet.com/article/2tsg3x/mental-health-awareness-month-addressing-underdiscussed-mental-health-issues-in-the-black-community

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Teen and Miss USA quit their crowns, citing mental health and …

(4 days ago) WebThe Associated Press is an independent global news organization dedicated to factual reporting. Founded in 1846, AP today remains the most trusted source of fast, …

https://apnews.com/article/miss-usa-teen-pageant-resignations-d188872c2d4948669e416aa7c6bd9870

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Miss USA Noelia Voigt resigns, cites her mental health while

(7 days ago) WebVoigt, 24, who took the Miss USA title in September, said on Instagram that she wishes to inspire others to "prioritize your mental health."

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/miss-usa-noelia-voigt-resigns-cites-mental-health-relinquishing-crown-rcna150931

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Noelia Voigt Resigns as Miss USA: 'Our Health Is Our Wealth'

(7 days ago) WebNoelia Voigt, the reigning Miss USA, is stepping down to focus on her mental health. In an Instagram post on Monday, the 24-year-old model and author announced …

https://www.etonline.com/noelia-voigt-resigns-as-miss-usa-never-compromise-your-physical-and-mental-well-being-224791

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