My Mental Health and I

Creating safe spaces for mental health conversations, care, and change.

“Taking care of your mind is the first step to building a healthy and happy life”

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October 10 World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day: How To Make It Count
Every 10th of October is World Mental Health Day. To some people, it is a regular day like every other one. But to a mental health advocate,...
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Attempted suicide in Nigeria
Nigeria’s New Approach to Attempted Suicide: What Happens Now?
The Federal Government’s move to decriminalise attempted suicide is a necessary break with a punitive past. But removing the threat of prosecution is only the beginning. Nigeria must now build the crisis care, treatment, follow-up, financing and data systems that a person in suicidal distress actually needs.  On...
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African teenage girl sitting by a window and looking outside, reflecting on her teenage mental health.
Teenage Mental Health: This Is What “I’m Fine” Really Means
“I’m fine” doesn’t always mean “I’m okay.” When it comes to understanding teenage mental health, there can be a difference...
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