syndrome and the last born syndrome. The first born is
expected to excel while the last born is most favoured thus
he or she does not develop coping mechanisms with life
situations,” Dr Kumantha states.
According to African Mental Health Foundation there are
only 79 qualified psychiatrists in Kenya mostly in private
practice.
Dr Kumantha observes that most people with mental
problems are not aware and thus contributes to
misdiagnosis.
“One goes to a doctor and complains of a headache or
For those who have never or rarely have mind check up,
migraine and they refuse to disclose the circumstances
Wafula had this to say, “Visiting a psychiatrist does not mean
surrounding such as stress. Others have resulted to use
you are sick it means you care about yourself.”
the internet for self diagonals such that they even tell the
doctor what they are suffering from before th H