Lack of Awareness/Education:
Limited knowledge of Mental illness which can lead to stigmatization, delay in identification, treatment, and recovery.
The Problem
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 1 in 4 Nigerians suffers from a form of Mental Health Disorder. From Anxiety to Panic Disorders, Depression, Bipolar, and other Mood Disorders - the reality is alarming.
To cope, in the absence of adaptive coping skills, people may turn to alcohol and drug use, transfer aggression to loved ones affecting relationships or engage in other unhealthy coping strategies.
There is an urgent need for Mental Health & Wellness Services to teach coping mechanisms and provide the needed support.
Countries and territories where ,
UNICEF will provide assistance
149
Number of children
UNICEF will assist:
190.8 million
UNICEF’s 2021 humanitarian
funding target:
US$6.4 billion
The Project X Initiative
was launched to address this gap.
Stigmatization/Discrimination:
Reluctance to seek help due to perception of stigma and fear of
being judged.
Access to Mental Health Services & Professionals:
Lack of adequate facilities and clinicians (Psychiatrists and Psychologists) restricts access to treatment.
Mental Health
Facts
The Objective
The Project X initiative is a campaign aimed at raising awareness, understanding of Mental Health & Addiction, and providing Access to Treatment Options.
With a focus on Nigeria, Reconnect HDI is collaborating with 4 Psychological Service Centers to Inform, Educate and Support through Assessment & Treatment, individuals struggling with Mental Health Challenges.
Awareness & Education
To overcome stigmatization, there is a need for enlightenment and education. Project X will involve awareness and sensitization advocacy campaigns to change the narrative.
Certified Psychiatrists & Psychologists will provide Webinar Series on the recognition, cause, and impact of different types of Mental Health Disorders.
Accessibility
Treatment Facilities are nonexistent in some parts of the country, specifically Northern Nigeria. Families often must travel long distances or wait in long queues to access treatment.
To improve access to Mental Health Services, through Project X, we are working with diverse mental health professionals and organizations to promote better mental wellbeing and provide discounted mental health and rehabilitation services.
This 6 months Accessibility Project (December 2020 – June 2021) has 3 major components:
1. Workplace - Employee Wellness Programs: to provide access to employee wellness programs and initiatives to improve staff mental wellbeing and maximize work output.
2. Schools - Student Wellness Programs: to provide comprehensive access to student wellness programs and activities to improve learning outcomes and wellbeing of students.
3. Treatement - Mental Health & Drug Rehabilitation Services: to provide discounted treatment & support services to Persons affected by mental illness/ substance abuse disorder.
To meet the demand requirements and coverage of remote regions, Project X will employ online consultations in addition to face-to-face options.
To improve access to treatment, there is a need to ensure consistent quality service. The Project X initiative engages qualified and certified Clinicians and Organizations to provide value-based treatment services.
How to Benefit?
Contact us @ [email protected]
using “Project X” as the subject of the email, or call xxxxxxx and quote Project X.
Emergency Cases:
For access to emergency treatment call this number quoting Project X.
How to help?
At Reconnect HDI, our goal is to end stigmatization through adequate sensitization and education. To ensure Nigerians who require Mental Health Care Services can access care. To achieve this, we need your support.
Please click HERE to register as:
A Clinician: Practicing Psychiatrist or Psychologist, you can enlist yourself under a registered Organization.
A Treatment Center: offering Mental Health and Drug Rehabilitation Services.
A Volunteer: join us in promoting better mental health.
Contact Us
Address: Plot 238, Kado Cadastral Zone B09, Kado Kuchi, Abuja.
Phone: (+234) 0800000000000
Email: [email protected]