October 3, 2025Open Access

Prevalence of Non-Suicidal Self-Injury, Depression, and Anxiety among In-School Adolescents in Gboko LGA, Benue State, Nigeria

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Correlational study reveals low non-suicidal self-injury rates in adolescents, suggesting cultural protective factors.

In-school adolescents exhibited low engagement in non-suicidal self-injury behaviors, indicating cultural protective influences.
Approximately 420 secondary school students were assessed, revealing mild levels of anxiety and significant mental health concerns.
The research employed a correlational design to collect and analyze data from a localized adolescent population.
Findings underscore the need for culturally sensitive mental health approaches targeted at reducing stigma and enhancing support.

Zar et al. (2025) studied this question.

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