DR. WANGO GEOFFREY MBUGUA

Dr. Geofrey Wango, a psychologist and lecturer at the University of Nairobi says, ” Young people may not have developed the necessary skills to deal with life issues. These issues include relationships, parental rejection, pregnancy and abortions, drug and substance abuse, poor performance in school, and other uncertainties. People who are disillusioned in life may feel frustrated, depressed, and feeling to the need to terminate their lives.”

Attempted suicide still remains a big challenge in Kenya, especially among pupils and college students. Dr. Wango urges parents and the community to be vigilant and observe signs of depression among the youth.