Publications by authors named "N Hayatudeen"
Background: Mental health care in Nigeria relies heavily on out-of-pocket payments, creating financial barriers that hinder access. A pilot scheme linked to the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) Group, the Individual and Family Social Health Insurance Program (GIFSHIP) was initiated to alleviate these challenges.
Objective: The study sought to assess the NHIA scheme's effectiveness in reducing costs, enhancing clinical outcomes, and improving patient satisfaction relative to traditional payment methods in mental health care, while also evaluating the feasibility of a pilot individual GIFSHIP.
Background: During the COVID-19 pandemic, the frontline healthcare providers faced significant mental health stressors. Previous pandemics have revealed the need for psychosocial support and healthy coping mechanisms to mitigate mental health risks.
Aim: The study aimed to assess psychological impact and supportive mechanisms experienced by frontline healthcare workers treating COVID-19 patients in Kaduna State.
Background: Nigeria's shortage of psychiatrists is exacerbated due to health worker migration.
Aim: This study explores migration experiences and tendencies among early-career psychiatrists in Nigeria.
Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional survey covering Nigeria's six geopolitical zones, using a 61-item online questionnaire assessing short-term mobility, long-term migration experiences and migration attitudes.