Psychotherapy training in postgraduate psychiatry training in Nigeria – Are we doing enough?
Frances Nkechi Adiukwu,
Oluwadolapo Olujinmi Adedapo,
Margaret Isioma Ojeahere
et al.
Abstract:Introduction: Nigeria, with an estimated 40 million people living with mental disorders, faces a critical shortage of psychiatrists to address the significant burden. Despite psychotherapy being integral to psychiatric training, it lacks structure, consistency and adequate supervision. This is alarming, particularly given the substantial demand for specialized psychotherapeutic support among those with mental illness. Methodology: A cross-sectional study utilised an online survey targeting early career psychia… Show more
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