Yohannes Dibaba @dibabay
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In Kenya, Indonesia, and Vietnam, most adolescents with mental health symptoms did not access support services in the past year. This final feature from the national adolescent mental health surveys supplement highlights a critical care gap and the urgent need for accessible,…
The National Adolescent Mental Health Surveys (NAMHS) in Kenya, Indonesia, and Vietnam provided key lessons for expanding mental health research. This article outlines the operational realities of conducting large-scale mental health surveys, including: ✔️ Navigating ethical and…
New open-access research in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health highlights the link between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and adolescent mental health in Kenya, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Nearly 1 in 5 Kenyan teens reported four or more ACEs. Those with…
Bullying affects people’s well-being, yet few national studies in low- and middle-income countries report how common it is or explore its connection to diagnosed mental health conditions. This paper shares findings from national adolescent mental health surveys in Kenya,…
I was delighted to co-chair a panel discussion yesterday at the Humanitarian Health Research Forum on the role of researchers from crisis-affected countries in research impact. The panel showcased good practices and impacts from countries affected by crisis.
@JumaKenneth emphasized that public and primary healthcare facilities carry a significant burden in managing post-abortion complications, noting the urgent need to address the high rates of unintended pregnancies as a strategy to reduce abortion-related health risks.…
@JumaKenneth emphasized that public and primary healthcare facilities carry a significant burden in managing post-abortion complications, noting the urgent need to address the high rates of unintended pregnancies as a strategy to reduce abortion-related health risks.… https://t.co/bbsdB53XCK
There is a need for quality, safe, and accessible reproductive healthcare to address unsafe abortion, which remains a major threat to the lives of women across Africa ~ Dr. Yohannes Wado #SRHR #PublicHealth #APHRCResearch #ResearchForChange #EvidenceToAction #WeAreAfrica…
There is a need for quality, safe, and accessible reproductive healthcare to address unsafe abortion, which remains a major threat to the lives of women across Africa ~ Dr. Yohannes Wado #SRHR #PublicHealth #APHRCResearch #ResearchForChange #EvidenceToAction #WeAreAfrica… https://t.co/bI9cEkzaXn
As we begin #16DaysofActivism against gender based violence towards women and girls we reiterate the call to pushback against the rescinding of gains made towards the achievement of #GenderEquality and #AffirmativeAction. There is #NoExcuse for violence! #StopTheViolence…
@Baobab_RPC hosted a workshop on moving the Ethiopia Humanitarian Violence Against Children and Youth Survey (HVACS) data to action this week. During her opening remarks, H.E Teyiba Hassen, the Director-General of the Refugee and Returnees Service, affirmed the government’s…
Children and youth in humanitarian crises face heightened risks of violence, yet critical data gaps persist, making it challenging to design effective interventions. Adapting the Violence Against Children and Youth Survey (VACS) for these contexts is crucial to understanding and…
Refugees in east Africa suffer from high levels of depression, making it harder to rebuild lives – new study theconversation.com/refugees-in-ea… via @TC_Africa @SKMuthuri @dibabay
While surveys on violence against children (VAC) have focused mainly on the general population, understanding VAC in humanitarian settings is essential for informing prevention and response programs in such settings. Read more: buff.ly/3Xp2cUr. #APHRCResearch…
Didn't catch it yesterday? Your next great read is just a click away! Explore how we are shaping Africa's future in APHRC News Issue 2, 2024. 🔍 buff.ly/4efQ0w4 #IamAPHRC #WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch
Did you know that nearly 50% of young people aged 18–24 have experienced emotional, physical, or sexual violence before turning 18? The newly published Humanitarian Violence Against Children Survey #HVACS provides vital data to enhance adolescent well-being in Uganda's refugee…
"Female children & young people with disabilities in refugee settings are more prone to childhood violence & mental distress. We need to intensify inclusion in child protection & #SGBV programs & tailor interventions that address these unique vulnerabilities." @dibabay
We are excited to participate in the 9th African Population Conference hosted by @UAPS_UEPA. Look out for APHRC expert presentations here: buff.ly/44HXUuw. Topics of conversation include: A thread🧵 #APC2024 #9thAPC #APCMalawi #WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch
New paper out🔊 ‘Prevalence data for mental disorders in adolescents are often limited, despite being among the leading causes of disability in younger ages,’ Read more: buff.ly/4aNv39V @dibabay @Wekesah @ShoshannaFine @AmirahWahdi @jamileh_shadid @John_J_McGrath @QCMHR
Excited to kick off this year's @Countdown2030 annual meeting in Rwanda under the theme: Producing Reliable National and SubNational Health Statistics with a Focus on Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health and Nutrition. #CAM2024
Parenting adolescents face significant livelihood challenges, including cyclical poverty, which affects their access to healthcare and interpersonal interactions. Read more on page 14 of our newsletter: buff.ly/48VFUNS. #WeAreAfrica #APHRCResearch #IAmAPHRC
A new paper by colleagues at @QCMHR @UQ_News & published in @TheLancet shows the impact of #mentaldisorders, suicidal behaviours & #selfharm on adolescents across Kenya, Indonesia & Vietnam. Learn more 🔗 thelancet.com/journals/lance…

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