Häftad, Engelska, 2027

Mental Health and Wellbeing of Marginalised Populations in Africa

Av Ahmed Moustafa, Paul Bukuluki, Uchechukwu Levi Osuagwu, Lillian Mwanri

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Mental Health and Wellbeing of Marginalised Populations in Africa is an authoritative reference that addresses the complex mental health challenges faced by diverse marginalised groups across the continent. It systematically examines issues stemming from civil unrest, displacement, HIV, gender-based violence, disability, and ageing, highlighting the socio-economic and political contexts that influence mental health outcomes. The volume synthesises current evidence, offering a holistic understanding of the unique mental health needs of refugees, internally displaced persons, street children, care leavers, women living with FGM, and other vulnerable groups.

The content is organised into thematic chapters covering topics such as mental health impacts of genocide, conflict, climate change, and chronic illnesses, with empirical case studies from multiple African countries. It also explores resilience, community support systems, and innovative interventions, emphasising a strength-based approach aligned with health equity goals. The book provides a unified theoretical framework rooted in decolonisation and social justice, fostering a deeper understanding of structural determinants and cultural factors shaping mental health.

This comprehensive resource equips professionals with the knowledge to develop culturally sensitive policies and interventions, fostering improved mental health outcomes. It also serves as a vital academic reference for courses on global health, psychiatry, social work, and public health, contributing to the development of contextually relevant strategies for marginalised populations across Africa. This book is essential for mental health professionals, social workers, policymakers, researchers, and students committed to advancing health equity and social justice.

Summarises mental health challenges faced by marginalised populations in Africa
Provides a multidisciplinary framework for understanding these challenges
Highlights resilience and community-based solutions for mental health support
Offers policy recommendations tailored to African contexts
Integrates case studies and cross-sectional research data for practical insights

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum: 2027-02-01
Mått: 152 x 229 x undefined mm
Vikt: 450 g
Format: Häftad
Språk: Engelska
Antal sidor: 300
Förlag: Elsevier Science
ISBN: 9780443453045

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Ahmed Moustafa, PhD, is a Professor of Psychology and Computational Modeling at Bond University, Australia. Dr. Moustafa specializes in computational and neuropsychological studies of addiction, schizophrenia, Parkinson’s disease, PTSD, depression, and Alzheimer’s disease. He also conducts research on data analytics and machine learning.Paul Bukuluki, PhD, is Professor of Social Work and Anthropology at Makerere University School of Social Sciences, Uganda. Dr. Bukuluki is a social worker and medical anthropologist with 20 years of experience in research and programming for mental health, psychosocial support, social protection, social and gender norms, sexual and reproductive rights, and migration health in Africa.Uchechukwu Levi Osuagwu, PhD, is an Associate Professor, a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and Academic Lead at Western Sydney University’s School of Medicine, Australia. Dr. Levi’s area of research focuses on population-based strategies for diabetes screening and prevention, public eye health, and mental health among Africans. He is the President of the American Academy of Optometry-African Chapter; Board Director of Research and Advocacy for the African Council of Optometry; and Convener for the African Translational Research Group and for the Centre for Eyecare and Public Health Intervention Initiative.Lillian Mwanri, PhD, is a Professor of Public Health, Public Health Physician and Fellow of the Australasian Faculty of Public Health Medicine. She is the Implementation Science Theme Leader, Axis Research Heath Institute, Torrens University Australia. Her expertise spans a wide range of public health domains, including health promotion, epidemiology, ethics, chronic disease (including HIV), and community development. She is actively involved in committees and initiatives to improve migrant settlement outcomes and enhance socio-economic cultural and societal contributions of migrants in Australia.

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