Life After Abuse Foundation (LAAF), a non-profit organization, marked Health Month with an initiative aimed at raising awareness about men’s mental health.
The foundation conducted a sensitization workshop at Isolo General Hospital, Lagos, targeting healthcare professionals to equip them with the necessary knowledge and tools to support men’s mental well-being.
The workshop, facilitated by LAAF Executive Director, Halima Layeni, aimed to raise awareness and educate healthcare professionals about the importance of addressing men’s mental health issues.
The workshop provided valuable insights into the unique challenges faced by men in relation to mental health and explored effective strategies for addressing these issues within healthcare settings.
The session emphasized the importance of destigmatizing mental health concerns among men and fostering a supportive environment for seeking help and support.
The event was hosted by Dr. Oni Adedapo Thomas, a consultant psychiatrist at Isolo General Hospital, with the esteemed presence of Mrs. Funke Olusola, the Head of Theatre Nurse, underscoring the hospital’s commitment to promoting mental health awareness and providing quality care to all patients, including men facing mental health challenges.
