Abstract

Children’s mental health problems remain a major problem globally. Very few studies have addressed issues of mental health services for children in developing countries. This study examines access to mental health care services for orphans and vulnerable children in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Descriptive design was used to collect data. The findings indicate inadequate mental health policies, lack of child psychiatrists and professional treatment services, scarce resources and poor research facilities. The local community is reliant on indigenous traditional medicines and faith-based healing practices to treat mental illness. Child support organisations recommend aligning existing services with local and international stakeholders to promote comprehensive mental health services for children.

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