A5090217450- Alcohol Consumption and Health Effects
- Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
- Mental Health Treatment and Access
- Homelessness and Social Issues
- Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research
- Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development
- Health disparities and outcomes
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Prenatal Substance Exposure Effects
- Behavioral Health and Interventions
- Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints
- Maternal Mental Health During Pregnancy and Postpartum
- Child Abuse and Trauma
- Psychiatric care and mental health services
- Suicide and Self-Harm Studies
University of Botswana
2018-2023
Abstract Background Psychiatric bed numbers (general, forensic, and residential) prison populations have been considered indicators of institutionalization. The present study aimed to assess changes those across sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) from 1990 2020. Methods We retrospectively obtained data on psychiatric 46 countries in SSA between Mean median rates, as well percentage first last points were calculated for all groups based income levels. Results Primary retrieved 17 out 48 countries. Data...
The Mental Disorders Act of 1969 is the primary legislation relating to mental health in Botswana. Despite country not being a signatory United Nations Convention on Rights Persons with Disabilities, its has self-rated score four out five compliance human rights covenants. However, it can be argued that does adequately espouse rights- and patient-centred approach legislation. It hoped ongoing efforts revise will address limitations discussed this article.
Abstract Background and objectives Substance use in women is associated with unique psycho-social physical vulnerabilities poses complex challenges during pregnancy motherhood. Gender-sensitive drug policy which considers the needs of their children could address these concerns. The this study were: (1) to systematically explore national-level policies’ sensitivity responsiveness women, pregnant children; (2) examine adherence policies international guidelines for gender policy. Methods...
Background While the burden of disease attributable to mental disorders in low/middle-income countries (LMICs) is lower than high-income countries, there recognition that dearth evidence from LMICs may underestimate actual prevalence and associated with disorders. Such likely case for Botswana where has been no nationally representative data on symptoms or even a subgroup estimation country. Thus, Youth Mental Health Study (YMHS) aims estimate identify predictors among university students...