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Beninese Perspectives on Sustainable Development through Psychological Approaches

Koffi Makaye, University of Abomey-Calavi Hunodehin Adebayo, National University of Agriculture (UNA) Bakare Ayanda, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Institut de Recherche pour le Développement (IRD), Bénin Adeyemi Osayomi, National University of Agriculture (UNA)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18753873
Published: May 8, 2002

Abstract

Benin, a West African country, faces significant challenges in sustainable development, including environmental degradation and socio-economic disparities. Psychological approaches are increasingly recognised as valuable tools for addressing these issues, offering insights into human behaviour and well-being that can inform policy and practice. A qualitative research approach was employed through semi-structured interviews with a purposive sample of psychologists, government officials, educators, and local community leaders. Data were analysed thematically to identify common themes and variations across different stakeholder groups. Participants highlighted the need for culturally sensitive psychological interventions that address both individual coping mechanisms and collective societal issues related to environmental conservation and economic development. The findings suggest a potential role for psychology in fostering sustainable development by promoting resilience, enhancing community engagement, and integrating psychological insights into policy frameworks. Policy recommendations include the integration of psychological research into national development plans, training programmes for psychologists on sustainable development issues, and partnerships between government agencies and mental health organizations.

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Koffi Makaye, Hunodehin Adebayo, Bakare Ayanda, Adeyemi Osayomi (2002). Beninese Perspectives on Sustainable Development through Psychological Approaches. Studies in African Indigenous Psychology, Vol. 2002 No. 1 (2002). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18753873

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African geographypsychological anthropologyqualitative methodologycultural psychologycross-cultural studiessocial cognitiondevelopmental psychology

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