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dc.contributor.authorKabunga, Amir
dc.contributor.authorNalwoga, Viola
dc.contributor.authorKigongo, Eustes
dc.contributor.authorAnyolitho, Maxson Kenneth
dc.contributor.authorMusinguzi, Marvin
dc.contributor.authorOkalo, Ponsiano
dc.contributor.authorShikanga, Enos Mwirotsi
dc.date.accessioned2024-08-22T13:55:10Z
dc.date.available2024-08-22T13:55:10Z
dc.date.issued2024
dc.identifier.citationAmir, K., Nalwoga, V., Kigongo, E., Anyolitho, M. K., Musinguzi, M., Okalo, F. P., & Shikanga, E. M. (2024). Enhancing Mental Health Counseling for Education Professionals in Africa: Addressing Unique Needs and Improving Outcomes. Enhancing Mental Health Counseling for Education Professionals in Africa: Addressing Unique Needs and Improving Outcomes, Edition 1, 1–62.en_US
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/mono/978-93-48006-97-4
dc.identifier.urihttp://ir.lirauni.ac.ug/xmlui/handle/123456789/851
dc.description.abstractIn the vibrant and varied educational landscapes of Africa, the voices of resilience, dedication, and passion often overshadow the quieter, yet significant, struggles faced by those who shape our future: the education professionals. As we delve into “Enhancing Mental Health Counseling for Education Professionals in Africa: Addressing Unique Needs and Improving Outcomes,” we approach this endeavor with profound respect and commitment to the well-being of those who nurture the minds of tomorrow. Education professionals hold a critical role in shaping both the intellectual and emotional development of the next generation. Their unwavering commitment to education lays the groundwork for a better future. However, in the pursuit of academic excellence, their own mental health often remains neglected. This book aims to shed light on the critical intersection of mental health and education, specifically addressing the unique challenges encountered by educators across the diverse African continent. Throughout these pages, we delve into the cultural and contextual factors that influence the experiences of education professionals in Africa. We emphasize that the well-being of educators is intrinsically linked to the health and effectiveness of the educational systems they support. By examining mental health counseling as a transformative tool, we highlight its potential to build resilience, promote self-care, and enhance overall professional satisfaction. This book is more than an academic exploration; it is a call to action. We urge educational institutions, policymakers, and communities to prioritize the mental health of their educators. We advocate for a shift in perspective, encouraging the creation of environments where seeking mental health support is seen not as a weakness but as a reflection of the strength and dedication inherent in the teaching profession. As we address the nuanced issues of mental health counseling tailored to the African educational context, we hope this book will serve as a comprehensive guide, a source of inspiration, and a catalyst for positive change. It is our aspiration that this work will elevate the conversation around the mental well-being of education professionals and place it at the center of educational discourse. In our shared quest for educational excellence, let us remember that the well-being of those who facilitate learning is a fundamental pillar. Together, let us embark on a transformative journey to create nurturing and supportive environments for the individuals who are shaping the minds of the future. Keywords: Mental health counseling, education professionals, Africa, cultural sensitivity, resilience in education, and traditional practices in counselingen_US
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.publisherB P Internationalen_US
dc.subjectMental health counselingen_US
dc.subjecteducation professionalsen_US
dc.subjectAfricaen_US
dc.subjectcultural sensitivityen_US
dc.subjectresilience in educationen_US
dc.subjecttraditional practices in counselingen_US
dc.titleEnhancing Mental Health Counseling for Education Professionals in Africa: Addressing Unique Needs and Improving Outcomesen_US
dc.typeBooken_US


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