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To evaluate the adoption and outcomes of mobile-based mental health support for depression in Somali refugees in coastal Kenya.

March 13, 2026Open Access

Adoption and Outcomes of Mobile-Based Mental Health Support Platforms for Depression Among Somali Refugees in Kenya's Coastal Cities,

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To evaluate the adoption and outcomes of mobile-based mental health support for depression in Somali refugees in coastal Kenya.
Conducted a systematic literature search on electronic databases like PubMed and Google Scholar.
Selected studies that focused on mobile mental health platforms for Somali refugees.
Performed qualitative thematic analysis to identify key themes.
Moderate adoption rate of mobile platforms at 45% to 60% among Somali refugees.
Increased access to mental health services identified as a key theme.
Improvement in depression symptoms noted among users of mobile-based support platforms.

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A systematic review demonstrates improved access to mental health care among Somali refugees using mobile platforms, suggesting effectiveness for treatment.

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Njogu et al. (2012) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69b3ac1d02a1e69014ccd8e1 https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18946805

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A systematic review demonstrates improved access to mental health care among Somali refugees using mobile platforms, suggesting effectiveness for treatment.

Adoption and Outcomes of Mobile-Based Mental Health Support Platforms for Depression Among Somali Refugees in Kenya's Coastal Cities,

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Adoption and Outcomes of Mobile-Based Mental Health Support Platforms for Depression Among Somali Refugees in Kenya's Coastal Cities,

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