Inculcate Mental Health In Primary Healthcare System- Dr Ajogbon

The need to inculcate mental health diagnosis and treatment into the existing Primary Healthcare system in the country has been emphasized.

The Head of the Department of Mental Health and Consultant Psychiatrist, Federal Teaching Hospital Lokoja, Doctor Daniel Ajogbon, made the call in an interview with Radio Nigeria on the 2025 Mental Health Awareness Month celebration.

Doctor Ajogbon said access to mental health services remains limited, particularly in rural areas,due to inadequate facilities and trained personnel.

He stressed the need for the government to collaborate with mental health professionals to train primary healthcare workers in the early detection and management of mental health conditions.

The medical doctor who also raised concerns about misdiagnosis of mental health cases advocated the deployment of more trained professionals to medical facilities across the country.

He also urged members of the public to foster a positive and supportive environment as a preventive measure against the prevalence of mental health issues in society.

The theme of this year’s Mental Health Awareness Month is “community, “Community”, highlighting the importance of collective efforts in promoting mental well-being.

Ajifa Ainoko, Edited By Grace Namiji