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Official Account of the Kaduna State Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency (formerly KADBUSA) 08146211112 | 07089388327

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The engagement reinforced the need to make mental health care more accessible at the community level, through strong collaboration across the health system.

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STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ON INTEGRATING MENTAL HEALTH INTO PRIMARY HEALTHCARE

KADSAMHSA, partnering with @kdsphcb, held a stakeholder engagement on strengthening mental health services within primary healthcare across Kaduna State. Supported by @fnph_kaduna, @kadchma & @KadunaMOH

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Health Secretaries, Facility Managers, Medical Officers, and key stakeholders from all 23 LGAs explored practical ways to improve screening, referrals, and service delivery.

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This month, and every month, we encourage men to prioritize their mental wellbeing, seek support when needed, and support one another without judgment or stigma.

Strong men ask for help. Strong communities make it possible.

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Happy Men's Mental Health Month.
KADSAMHSA joins the global community in raising awareness about the mental health challenges faced by men and boys, while encouraging open conversations, seeking help & access to support for all men.
#MensMentalHealthMonth #KADSAMHSA #KadunaState

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Research consistently shows that men are less likely to access mental health services, despite experiencing conditions such as depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and other mental health concerns.

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We encourage men and boys to prioritize their mental wellbeing, speak up, seek support when needed, and support one another without stigma.

Mental health challenges affect everyone, yet many men continue to face social and cultural barriers that discourage them from speaking up.

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Many men face depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and other mental health challenges, yet social and cultural barriers often prevent them from seeking help.

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On #GlobalDayOfParents, we celebrate the power of partnerships in supporting parents worldwide in Kaduna, Nigeria, @KADSAMHSA & @UNODC with the State Ministries of Basic Education & Primary Healthcare, delivered a joint training & rollout of the Strong Families programme.

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Every child deserves to grow in a safe, supportive, and healthy environment.

This Children’s Day, KADSAMHSA celebrates the strength, potential, and wellbeing of every child.

Happy Children’s Day!

#ChildrensDay #KADSAMHSA

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Eid Al-Adha Mubarak from all of us at KADSAMHSA.

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful, peaceful, and blessed celebration filled with love, compassion, and togetherness.

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Early intervention matters. Seeking help early can make a significant difference.
Kaduna State also has 23 PHC Centres of Excellence providing care for Depression, Anxiety, Psychosis, Epilepsy, and Substance Use Disorders.

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Mental health support in Kaduna State is now closer to communities.
Services are available at PHCs, where individuals can access screening, basic counseling, psychoeducation, and early support before conditions become severe.
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Ask yourself:
• Do I need treatment?
• Emotional support?
• Personal growth?
• Direction and guidance?

Seeking help is a sign of strength.

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Mental health support is not one size fits all.
Psychiatrists, psychologists, counsellors, social workers, life coaches, and peer mentors all play different roles in supporting wellness, healing, growth, and recovery.
Understanding the kind of help you need is the first step.

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Training was facilitated by Karen Peters (@UNODC , Vienna) and Dr. Akanidomo Ibanga (@UNODC_Nigeria ).

As global conversations on family continue today, KADSAMHSA remains committed to building stronger families and safer communities across Kaduna State.

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KADSAMHSA has concluded a 3-day training for implementers of the Strong Families Programme, organized in technical partnership with UNODC

The initiative strengthens family-focused prevention systems and promotes healthier communities across Kaduna State
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The Strong Families Programme is an evidence-based intervention focused on improving parenting, strengthening family communication, and building resilience in children and adolescents.

Participants from Kd North, Kd South, Chikun, and Igabi were trained for programme delivery.

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Did You Know? 👀

Kaduna State is leading the way in justice reform as the FIRST and currently the ONLY jurisdiction in Sub-Saharan Africa implementing the Alternatives to Incarceration (ATI) Programme.

This bold initiative focuses on:
✅ Rehabilitation over punishment
✅ Restorative justice
✅ Reducing prison overcrowding
✅ Building safer and stronger communities

Through progressive reforms, Kaduna State continues to champion a justice system that is humane, effective, and people-centered.

#DidYouKnow #KadunaState #JusticeReform

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Training was facilitated by Karen Peters (@UNODC , Vienna) and Dr. Akanidomo Ibanga (@UNODC_Nigeria ).

As global conversations on family continue today, KADSAMHSA remains committed to building stronger families and safer communities across Kaduna State.