MENTAL HEALTH

This study examines the impact of poverty on the mental health of the elderly in Ovbiogie community, Edo State. Poverty is a pervasive issue that affects the well- being of individuals, particularly the elderly. The study aims to investigate the relationship between poverty and mental health outcomes among the elderly in Ovbiogie community. A cross-sectional survey design will be employed, and data will be collected from a sample of elderly individuals in the community. The study's findings will contribute to the understanding of the impact of poverty on the mental health of the elderly and inform the development of interventions to address this issue.

A descriptive survey of 230 University of Benin undergraduates explored social media's impact on mental health. Findings revealed a dual effect: while social media was a source of happiness for many, a majority also reported feeling depressed from its use. Students widely agreed that prolonged use negatively impacts sleep and concentration and that females are more vulnerable to cyberbullying. The study recommends university-led awareness programs and support systems to help students manage these negative effect

The study aimed to examine the impact of coercive COVID-19 vaccination on the mental health of people in Itamaga community, Ikorodu, Lagos State. The specific objectives were to investigate the perceived mental health effects of vaccination, to understand people's reactions towards the COVID-19 vaccine, and to assess the level of stigma on those who were vaccinated. A survey methodology was employed, with data collected from a sample of 150 respondents in the Itamaga community. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics, with frequencies and percentages used to interpret the responses. The findings revealed a significant perception among respondents that COVID-19 vaccination affects mental health. Additionally, a high level of vaccine hesitancy and fear was observed, with many respondents expressing fear of taking the vaccine due to concerns about death or sickness. Stigma associated with vaccination was also prevalent in the community. Based on these findings, it is recommended that mental health support be integrated into vaccination programs, targeted education and communication strategies be implemented to address vaccine hesitancy and fear, and efforts be made to address the stigma associated with vaccination.