Support for children in South Africa’s mental health program
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests a mental health support program for children who have a legal guardian and live in a specific community area. It aims to improve mental well-being for children ages 7–11 who are considered “OVC.”
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Who can take part
- You are the child’s legal guardian
- The child is considered OVC (orphaned or vulnerable child)
- The child is between 7 and 11 years old
- The child lives in the program’s local community area (catchment area)
- The child does not have a history of serious birth complications
- The child does not have a history of severe malnutrition or a neurological disability
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