Support Groups in Nairobi's Informal Settlements: A Review of Adolescent Mental Health Interventions in Kenya

Adolescent mental health is a critical area of concern in Nairobi's informal settlements where socioeconomic challenges are prominent. A systematic review approach was employed to identify and synthesize relevant literature from peer-reviewed journals and grey literature sources specific to the geographical context of Nairobi's informal settlements during the specified period. Findings indicate a significant proportion (35%) of adolescent participants reported improved mental health outcomes following participation in support groups, with themes including increased social support and coping strategies. The review underscores the effectiveness of structured support groups in enhancing adolescent mental well-being within Nairobi’s informal settlements. Future research should focus on replicating these findings across broader geographical areas and evaluating long-term effects to inform policy recommendations. Treatment effect was estimated with $\text{logit}(p_i)=\beta_0+\beta^\top X_i$, and uncertainty reported using confidence-interval based inference.