Economic crisis, unemployment fueling mental illnesses, say psychiatrists
Seasoned mental health experts have stated that the biting economic crisis in the country would further increase the rate of mental illnesses.
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Seasoned mental health experts have stated that the biting economic crisis in the country would further increase the rate of mental illnesses.
This latest independent Health Index analysis, uses an elaborate algorithm which includes the general calibre of healthcare system
Findings by PUNCH Healthwise showed that the lack of a digitalised system for managing health insurance is a major factor responsible.
Last year, the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors said no fewer than 1,417 members relocated abroad in search of greener pasture.
The Governor of Bauchi State, Bala Mohammed, says instead of worrying about the continued exodus of medical doctors abroad, Nigeria can exploit the new trend, popularly called japa, to earn foreign currencies.