How barbers help Kenya's largest mental health hospital, one haircut at a time
Summary
In Kenya, the country’s largest mental health hospital is using haircuts to help male patients improve their self-esteem and mental wellbeing. A former patient now volunteers as a barber to support others in their recovery through grooming sessions.Key Facts
- Kenya’s biggest psychiatric referral hospital is involved.
- Mental health workers want men to take care of their psychological health.
- Many men feel they must stay silent about their mental struggles.
- Small, intentional actions like haircuts can boost confidence.
- A former patient volunteers as a barber at the hospital.
- The grooming sessions aim to help patients feel better about themselves during recovery.
- This approach is part of efforts to improve mental health care in Kenya.
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