mental health care Stories

Lamu men's crisis: Calls grow for rescue centre to address rising suicide cases
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 25, 2025

This follows increased cases of suicide among the men, especially in Mpeketoni Division of Lamu West.

The hidden toll on mental well-being of individuals struggling with anxiety
Charity Kilei  |  Jan 22, 2025

Many people spend a significant portion of their time at work, and toxic work environments are increasingly becoming a major contributor to mental hea...

1 in 7 children and teens impacted by mental health conditions - UN report
UN News  |  Oct 10, 2024

One-third of mental health conditions emerge before the age of 14 and half before the age of 18.

Youth mental health declared a global crisis amid rising demand for care
Charity Kilei  |  Aug 14, 2024

Mental illness now accounts for 45 per cent of the overall disease burden in individuals aged 10 to 24.

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