Federal Neuro Psychiatric Hospital, Yaba
Federal Neuro Psychiatric Hospital, Yaba is a healthcare facility located in Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria. It is one of the foremost psychiatric hospitals in Nigeria and West Africa. The hospital is dedicated to the provision of high-quality mental health services, training and research.
History[edit | edit source]
The Federal Neuro Psychiatric Hospital, Yaba was established in 1904, making it the oldest neuropsychiatric hospital in Nigeria. The hospital was initially created to cater for the needs of mentally ill soldiers during the First World War. Over the years, it has evolved to become a leading institution in the provision of mental health services in Nigeria.
Services[edit | edit source]
The hospital offers a wide range of services including psychiatric consultation, psychotherapy, psychiatric rehabilitation, and substance abuse treatment. It also provides community mental health services and runs a mental health awareness program.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The hospital is equipped with modern facilities for the diagnosis and treatment of various mental disorders. It has an outpatient department, inpatient wards, a laboratory, a pharmacy, and a rehabilitation center. The hospital also has a research department that conducts studies on various aspects of mental health.
Training and Research[edit | edit source]
The Federal Neuro Psychiatric Hospital, Yaba is a training center for psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, mental health nurses, and other mental health professionals. The hospital is affiliated with the University of Lagos for the training of medical students and residents in psychiatry. The hospital's research department conducts studies on various aspects of mental health, contributing to the body of knowledge in the field of psychiatry.
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