Programme Types: Degree in Social and Organizational Psychology
Counselling Agencies, Services, Group Practices, Counselling Centres
Background & Context
Current Regulatory Status / Level of Recognition:
An officially approved mental health policy exists (year of policy: 2017). Moreover, mental health is specifically mentioned in the general health policy. The existence of a dedicated authority or independent body to assess compliance of mental health legislation with international human rights doesn’t exist.
Practice Settings
Officially approved manuals on the management and treatment of mental disorders are not available in the majority of primary health care clinics.
Challenges & Trends
Communicable diseases (malaria, HIV/AIDS etc.)
Environmental issues
Limited healthcare resources
Additional Information & References
For a deeper exploration of the counselling profession in the country, interested readers are recommended to read the following journal articles: