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To evaluate the impact of school-based mental health screening on adolescent well-being in Nigerian urban slums.

March 2, 2026Open Access

School-Based Mental Health Screening Programmes and Their Impact on Adolescent Well-Being in Nigerian Urban Slums: A Comparative Study

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Comparative study finds increased depressive symptoms in adolescents post-screening, suggesting tailored interventions are needed.

To evaluate the impact of school-based mental health screening on adolescent well-being in Nigerian urban slums.
Participants recruited from three randomly selected schools in urban slums
Screening used self-report questionnaires and interviews
Six-month assessments measured changes in mental health indicators
Significant increase in reported depressive symptoms post-screening (p < .05)
Highlighting need for tailored interventions and support mechanisms
School-based screenings showed promise for improving adolescent well-being

Abubakar et al. (2005) studied this question.

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