Abstract

ABSTRACT This study assessed the roles of COVID-19 lockdown on access to mental health services in Nigeria. 172 patients who visited the hospital before and during the lockdown were recruited. The methods of data analyses were descriptive, correlations and binary logistic regression. The logistic regression confirmed that socioeconomics of participants predicted their likelihood to access mental health services in hospital during the COVID-19 lockdown. Participants accessed treatments in traditional healing homes, home treatment centers, and place of religious worship. Policymakers need to expand the existing programs for accessible and affordable mental health services and standardized alternatives during health emergencies.

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