Improving the Mental Health Treatment Gap in Ghana


 
Language:

English

Author:

Dixon J

Publishers:

The Centre for International Governance Innovation, Africa Portal

Series/Journal Title:

Backgrounder

Volume:

39

Description:

Health professionals that treat mental health in Ghana, such as community nurses and pharmacists, lack proper training but have become the default practitioners in dealing with illnesses. This brief explores the shortcomings of Ghana’s mental health policies, and highlights the implications and outcomes for the country’s population. [adapted from author]

Subject

Geographic Focus

Resource Type