Up to 40pc of children in Kenya may be affected
Between 20-40pc of Kenyan children may be suffering from mental illness, but it can take up to 16 months for adolescents to see a mental health professional from the onset of their symptoms, Gertrude’s Children Hospital estimates.
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a negative effect on children’s mental health. The disruptions in routines, education and family, as well as concern for family income and health have spurred anxiety and fear among…
