Vol. 2000 No. 1 (2000)

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Evaluating Urban Youth Mental Health Support Programmes in Lagos, Nigeria: Social Skills Development Outcomes

Iwuanyanwala Chike, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso Uzoka Ifeaku, Covenant University, Ota Ejiro Obinna, Covenant University, Ota Achoba Okafor, Babcock University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18717875
Published: February 15, 2000

Abstract

Urban youth in Lagos, Nigeria face significant mental health challenges, with school-based support programmes emerging as a critical intervention. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including pre- and post-programme assessments, focus group discussions with participants, and interviews with educators and programme coordinators. Participants showed a significant improvement in social skills following the intervention, particularly in communication and teamwork abilities (n=120). The evaluation revealed that while programmes are effective, there is room for enhancing engagement strategies and integrating peer support groups. Programmes should incorporate more interactive activities and encourage peer involvement to foster a sense of community among participants.

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Iwuanyanwala Chike, Uzoka Ifeaku, Ejiro Obinna, Achoba Okafor (2000). Evaluating Urban Youth Mental Health Support Programmes in Lagos, Nigeria: Social Skills Development Outcomes. African Body and Culture (Humanities/Social), Vol. 2000 No. 1 (2000). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18717875

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African geographyurban sociologyqualitative methodsmental health interventionsocial skills developmentyouth empowermentcross-cultural psychology

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