Bureau sensitizes officials to mental health, and others
About 20 to 30 per cent Nigerians suffer from mental disorders, an expert, Dr Olajumoke Koyejo has said.
She said findings from a national mental health survey by Federal Ministry of Health with World Health Organisation provided the estimate.
She spoke at a one-day health awareness organised for officials of Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau in Abuja.
The event: “Self-Care as a Foundation for Health and Wellness,” was organised by D’Bio Wellness and Selfcare with Lusong QSE Ltd.
The training aimed to promote wellness in NSIB by addressing health concerns that affect workplace performance and well-being.
The programme featured a team, led by Convener and Vice Chair of D’Bio Wellness and Selfcare Summit, Dr. Monica Eimunjeze.
Dr. Eimunjeze, Fellow of Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, was joined by a consultant psychiatrist, Koyejo and a registered dietitian-nutritionist, Obianuju Chukuwuemeka.
In her presentation, Dr Koyejo explained how symptoms can range from mild disturbances, such as poor sleep and irritability to severe psychotic conditions, and emphasised the need for interventions to reduce workplace stressors.
Chukuwuemeka stressed the link between diet and mental and physical wellness.
Culled from: thenationonlineng.net
