Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008)

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Peer Facilitation in Adolescent Mental Health Support Groups within Nairobi Slums: A Mixed Methods Study,

Wangeci Muthomi, Department of Research, Maseno University Kibet Cherono, Department of Research, Maseno University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18872951
Published: February 28, 2008

Abstract

Adolescents in Nairobi slums face unique challenges related to mental health due to socio-economic pressures and limited access to support services. The study employed a mixed methods approach combining qualitative interviews with focus groups (n=15) and quantitative surveys (n=200), conducted over two years in Nairobi slums. Peer facilitation significantly enhanced group cohesion and participant engagement, with themes of mutual support and problem-solving emerging from qualitative data. Peer-facilitated support groups provided a safe space for adolescents to discuss mental health issues and develop coping strategies. Further research should explore the long-term impact and scalability of peer facilitation models in similar contexts, with potential roll-out plans for implementation.

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Wangeci Muthomi, Kibet Cherono (2008). Peer Facilitation in Adolescent Mental Health Support Groups within Nairobi Slums: A Mixed Methods Study,. African Oral History Quarterly, Vol. 2008 No. 1 (2008). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18872951

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KenyaNairobiSlumsQualitative InquiryQuantitative ResearchMixed MethodsCommunity Engagement

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