Mental health
6 Aug
If you’ve been feeling stressed and anxious lately, baking might just be the recipe for your happiness. While we’re all aware of the delicious results of making your favourite baked snacks and desserts, the benefits of baking go beyond just satisfying your sweet tooth. Recent studies show how this can be a mood booster, providing…
29 May 2024
Oyo State Government has charged groups and residents of the state to work together to break the stigma surrounding mental health, saying all and sundry must come together as a community to support those who need help most.
22 May 2024
The Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy of Nigeria (ACMPN) has concluded plans to host its yearly mental health awareness week and induction/cocktail ceremony.
16 May 2024
A Consultant Psychiatrist at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Dr Adegbite Temilade, has appealed to the Federal Government to enhance mental health service care in the country towards fostering an enabling environment for the good mental health and general wellness of Nigerians.
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Funmi Fatona-Ayowole is the founder of TheVirtualSoulClinic, a tech-driven non-profit organisation dedicated to providing mental health support for Canadians. As an emotional health and wellness coach, speaker and counsellor, Funmi’s mission is to contribute to healing the world and leave a legacy of impact, health, and wealth for the next generation.
2 Mar 2024
As part of efforts aimed at giving back to the community, a non-governmental organisation, Oni Na Foundation, has reiterated its commitment to tackle diabetes and mental health issues through empowering, awareness, prevention and management.
22 Feb 2024
Across Nigeria, a chorus of frustration echoes as rising inflation pummels not just pockets but also mental well-being. The escalating cost of necessities like food, housing and healthcare is fueling protests..
15 Feb 2024
Celebrating UNESCO's World Radio Day, Josiah Okesola, a UK-licensed mental health nurse clinician and digital media broadcaster, announces the imminent unveiling of JapaCity, a groundbreaking digital media innovation driving support for the psychological wellbeing of immigrants. This revolutionary media innovation is poised to provide vital psycho-social support for migrant workers across the United Kingdom, Canada,…
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