There are a number of factors affecting women’s mental health. Some consist of, Women are more likely to be the main care giver for their children than men, and may care for older or disabled relatives too. Women care givers are more likely to experience anxiety and depression than […]
I HAVE A MENTAL ILLNESS. HOW DO I COPE?
How to cope with a mental illness Living with mental illness is not easy. It’s a consistent problem without a clear solution. While treatments like medication and psychotherapy are incredibly helpful, sometimes people experiencing mental health conditions need to do more day-in and day-out to feel good or even just […]
HOW DO I KNOW IF I’M AN ADDICT?- REHABILITATION IN NAIROBI KENYA
Addiction is a compulsive need for and use of a habit-forming substance. It is accepted as a mental illness in the diagnostic nomenclature and results in substantial health, social and economic problems. In the diagnostic nomenclature, addiction was originally included in the personality disorders along with other behaviors considered deviant. […]
ENVIRONMENTAL INFLUENCE ON MENTAL HEALTH- REHABILITATION IN KENYA
It is well-documented that human mental health emerges from a complex interplay between genetic, psychological, lifestyle, and other factors. In addition, people are also exposed to numerous environments. These environmental exposures (e.g Green space, noise, air pollution, weather conditions, housing conditions) might trigger mental disorders or be protective factors, facilitating […]
DIFFICULTIES IN ESTABLISHING SUBSTANCE ABUSE REHABILITATION PROGRAMS IN KENYA
Some communities have trouble developing programs that prevent and treat substance use disorders (SUDs). These barriers may include: Stigma and confidentiality concerns. The historical classification of substance use as a crime has led to stigma surrounding substance misuse. Stigma is a barrier to recovery and affects whether individuals with SUD […]
UNDERSTANDING SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND ADDICTION IN WOMEN – REHABILITATION FOR WOMEN IN KENYA
While men historically have been more likely to develop a substance use disorder, women also suffer in great numbers. In recent years, the once large gap between the rates of overdose deaths for men, as compared to women, has been steadily closing. It is expected that the rates of overdose […]
ADDICTION TREATMENT FOR KENYAN WOMEN- REHABILITATION IN KAREN, KENYA
Powerful feelings of shame and guilt deter women from seeking help for addiction, even when their lives depend on it. So it’s important to work with addiction professionals who know how to get the client to be accountable without fault-finding or judgment. The old, break-them-down-to-build-them-up approach doesn’t work because many […]
IDENTIFYING THE STAGES OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE AMONG THE KENYAN YOUTH
Experimentation, regular to risky use, dependence and addiction are the stages of substance abuse. These behaviors can be addressed and treated at any stage, despite popular myths that people must hit bottom before they can benefit from help. One role of a dental professional is to recognize symptoms and behaviors […]
LET`S EXPLORE MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH- REHABILITATION IN KENYA
Although mental health affects all genders, it is oftentimes overlooked in men, considered a weakness if they are struggling with it, or not taken as seriously, Because of this, many men may find it difficult to speak up about their mental illness or be more reluctant to seek treatment to […]
REHABILITATION, TREATMENT AND EMPOWERMENT FOR WOMEN – NAIROBI KENYA
Studies show that women who use drugs can have issues related to hormones, menstrual cycle, fertility, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and menopause. In addition, women themselves describe unique reasons for using drugs, including controlling weight, fighting exhaustion, coping with pain, and attempts to self-treat mental health problems. Science has also found that: […]
