3. What are the MHPSS needs of children?
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4. Adapted from Williamson, John & Robinson, Malia., (2006) ‘Psychosocial
interventions, or integrated programming for well-being’, Intervention: The
International Journal of Mental Health, Psychosocial Work and Counselling in
Areas of Armed Conflict. Vol: 4 (1), pp4 – 25: www.interventionjournal.org
5. Psychosocial problems &
distress
Common mental health
conditions
What is MHPSS?
Mental health and psychosocial support
Positive psychosocial well-being
protecting or promoting psychosocial well-being
and/or
preventing or treating mental health conditions
Severe mental health
conditions and disabilities
6. Mental health clinical care by mental health specialists
(psychiatric nurse, psychologist, psychiatrist,
psychotherapist)
Specialised
services
Multi-layered supports
Basic mental health care by PHC doctors for children with
disabilities
Emotional, practical and psychological support by
community social workers & teachers
Focused (person-to-
person) non-specialised
supports
Activating social networks
Communal traditional supports
Supportive spaces (e,g, mother-baby
groups)
Strengthening community
and family supports
Social considerations in basic
services and security
Advocacy for basic services that
are safe, socially appropriate and
protect dignity
7. Multi-layered supports
Specialised
services
Focused (person-to-
person) non-specialised
supports
Strengthening community
and family supports
Advocacy for basic services that
are safe, socially appropriate and
protect dignity
Health care
& Nutrition
Mine Action
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Child
Protection
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MHPSS sits
uncomfortably in
between various sectors.
COORDINATION is
important
8. Skills and qualities of front line
community based MHPSS workers
Educational/ Professional qualifications
Grounded in childhood development
Various professions:
All play an important role
Social Workers
Teachers
Psychologists
Activity facilitators
Youth group leaders
Health care workers
Nutritionists
Faith leaders
9. Resources to Learn More
Navigating the internet: :
www.mhpss.net
interagencystandingcommittee.org/
group/2627/documents
www.cpaor.net
