20 Why Mental Health should be a priority in Kenya - Page 1

This article explores the different types of caregivers, and the major mental health key stressors concerns by caregivers for persons with disabilities

World Mental Health Day is observed on October 10th, 2025, under the global theme “Mental health in humanitarian emergencies.” This year’s focus shines a spotlight on how crises such as wars, forced displacement, natural disasters, and the growing effects of climate change create urgent mental health needs.

Changing the Narrative on Suicide: What the 2025 World Suicide Prevention Day Theme Means for Persons with Disabilities calls for compassion, accessibility, and inclusive solutions, urging society to replace silence with dignity, hope, and action.

Supported decision making approach makes people with disabilities exercise their rights, make their own choices, and live with dignity and independence. In this article, we’ll explore how supported decision making works, why it matters, and how it truly respects the rights of people with disabilities.

This article examines the deeper structural and social dynamics that make school environments particularly distressing for these students, offering insight into the often-invisible pressures they navigate daily.

How Journaling Improves Mental Health is not just a topic of interest but a growing area of research and personal discovery. From reducing anxiety to improving self-awareness, journaling offers a powerful, accessible way to care for your mind and emotions.

In this guide, we’ll explore how to build a thriving youth-led peer mental health group a safe, supportive space where young people can share and listen.

As described in The Importance of Mental Health, mental health is a state of emotional and mental well-being. Understanding the importance of mental health is necessary, but the hard part can be putting mental health care into practice. This article will describe several tips and advice for monitoring and improving your mental health.

These are the types of support systems people with mental health issues need.

Taking care of your mental health is crucial to ensure you can continue to provide the best support while maintaining your well-being. Here are practical tips for maintaining mental health as a caregiver of persons with disabilities

Emotional abuse can leave one feeling shook and alone.

If you are struggling with drug addiction, these centres are here for you.

If you've suffered domestic or gender-based violence, these centres can help.

Almost a billion people globally have been diagnosed with a mental health issue.

September is the Suicide Awareness Prevention Month. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), this designation offers an opportunity “to raise awareness on this stigmatized and often taboo topic (suicide).”

The British Medical Journal – BMJ- says it is important to remain alert to emerging risk factors for suicide amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

While many social media platforms can provide us with useful information and personal connections, social media use can lead to adverse effects on your mind and body. Too much time spent on social media can contribute to increased feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. In this article, we will explore ways that you can modify your social media habits to take better care of your mental health.

Launched in partnership with the AMREF International University, the new academy will cater to capacity building for mental health practitioners in the country.