Vol. 2000 No. 1 (2000)

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Community-Based Mental Health Support Services for Postpartum Depression Among Women in Nairobi Slums: A Two-Year Outcome Evaluation

Kusimbo Ochieng, Department of Research, International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE), Nairobi
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18707883
Published: July 14, 2000

Abstract

Postpartum depression (PPD) affects many women in Nairobi slums, where access to mental health services is limited. A participatory action research approach was used involving focus groups, interviews, and a needs assessment survey among women in Nairobi slums. Women reported increased social support networks and reduced stigma as key benefits from the services offered. The community-based mental health support services demonstrated effectiveness in improving outcomes for PPD but identified need for further expansion and diversification of service types. Expand service offerings to include digital platforms, increase training for volunteers, and implement culturally sensitive interventions.

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Kusimbo Ochieng (2000). Community-Based Mental Health Support Services for Postpartum Depression Among Women in Nairobi Slums: A Two-Year Outcome Evaluation. African Community Pharmacy, Vol. 2000 No. 1 (2000). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18707883

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African geographycommunity-based interventionsparticipatory action researchmental health servicespostpartum depressionNairobi slumscultural sensitivity

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