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The aim is to evaluate the effectiveness of school-based mental health support programmes in developing social skills among urban youth in Lagos.

February 22, 2026Open Access

Evaluating Urban Youth Mental Health Support Programmes in Lagos, Nigeria: Social Skills Development Outcomes

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Mixed-methods evaluation finds significant improvement in social skills among urban youth in Lagos, suggesting enhancements are needed.

The aim is to evaluate the effectiveness of school-based mental health support programmes in developing social skills among urban youth in Lagos.
Implemented a mixed-methods study design
Conducted pre- and post-programme assessments
Facilitated focus group discussions with participants
Conducted interviews with educators and programme coordinators
Participants showed significant improvement in social skills, especially in communication and teamwork
The evaluation indicates effectiveness of programmes but also highlights areas for improvement
Need for enhanced engagement strategies and more interactive activities was identified

Chike et al. (2000) studied this question.

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