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Uganda’s new school mental health guidelines face cultural stigma challenges

A 2026 study by the African Health and Population Research Center highlights how socio-cultural stigma and poverty hinder implementation of Uganda's 2025 school mental health guidelines. The research across four districts reveals that mental health issues are often misunderstood or dismissed, especially among poorer populations, complicating efforts to provide support in schools.

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