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Perspectives on mental health services for medical students at a Ugandan medical school

Abstract

Background: University-based mental health services for medical students remain a challenge, particularly in low-income countries, due to poor service availability. Prior studies have explored the availability of mental health services in high-income countries but little is known about mental health services in countries in sub-Saharan Africa, such as Uganda. Medical students are at a higher risk of developing mental health challenges during …

Authors

Kihumuro RB; Kaggwa MM; Nakandi RM; Kintu TM; Muwanga DR; Muganzi DJ; Atwau P; Ayesiga I; Acai A; Najjuka SM

Journal

BMC Medical Education, Vol. 22, No. 1,

Publication Date

December 1, 2022

DOI

10.1186/s12909-022-03815-8