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A mental health condition refers to temporary disruptions in our emotional or psychological well-being, often triggered by specific life events or stressors. These are short-term challenges that may cause distress but typically don’t severely impair your ability to function over an extended period. Mental health conditions are a normal part of the human experience, akin to physical fatigue after a long day or a mild cold that resolves with rest.
For example: Work-related stress, Grief, Situational anxiety.
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This means they’re tied to identifiable triggers, and they tend to resolve with time, coping strategies (e.g., exercise, journaling, or talking to a trusted person), or minor interventions. They don’t typically require clinical diagnosis or long-term treatment, though they can still feel intense in the moment.
Diverse Outreaches, Real Impact
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Our GlowPulse EQ Bootcamp, trains young children in emotional intelligence. Participants gain skills for resilience, emotional validation, and well-being through play therapy, sports, art, mindfulness, role-play, and lessons on boundaries and healthy expression. The bootcamp produces measurable benefits for participants, families, schools, and our communities.
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Maternal mental health affecting early childhood: postpartum depression (recognition, symptoms, management); childcare stress and its effects; emotional changes during/after pregnancy; practical self-care for expectant/new mothers; and community support’s role.
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Inspired by WHO’s “Men Talk,” an intimate men’s gathering redefining strength through open, non‑judgmental dialogue. For fathers, providers, brothers, trauma survivors, retirees, community leaders, and more — addressing pressure to provide, fatherhood & hidden stress, sexual dysfunction, and reducing isolation.
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A joint program by Cope and Live Mental Health Awareness Foundation and the UNTH Foundation providing holistic community support, prioritizing underserved groups. By promoting early prevention, timely help-seeking, and proactive care, it reduces emergencies and lowers medical costs.
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Our unique initiative supporting the mental health of parents, hospital and health centre workers and all caregivers dealing with burnout and compassion fatigue while supporting others.
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Our dynamic flagship CSR program bringing life-changing workshops to rural Nigerian communities
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Our tailored, holistic, Nigeria-specific program designed to rejuvenate corporate employees and individuals in high-pressure environments combining WHO-backed relaxation techniques, professional counseling, mindfulness, and stress management.
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Cope and Live Mental Health Awareness Foundation, with UNTH Foundation and Oncoclinics, provided mental health screenings, awareness sessions, counseling, peer support, survivor stories, and psychosocial resources to cancer patients, families, and providers—bridging emotional care alongside medical treatment.
Outreach For The Deaf
On February 15, 2025 we conducted a psychosocial outreach for students of Special Education Centre Enugu (School for the Deaf and Mute)
Upcoming Events
Founded in 2024, Cope and Live Mental Health Awareness Foundation is a non-governmental organization dedicated to transforming lives through mental health support, advocacy, and education. Based in Nigeria, we operate with a mission to ensure that individuals, families, and communities—especially the most vulnerable—have access to compassionate, high-quality mental health resources. Our work is driven by the belief that mental well-being is a fundamental human right, not a privilege.
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Over 7 million Nigerians suffer from Depression - WHO. In addition to seeking professional help, lifestyle changes can play a crucial role in coping with depression. Regular physical activity, such as walking or running can boost mood-improving endorphins and reduce symptoms. Maintaining a balanced diet and getting adequate sleep are equally important for mental health.
Find out more in the ebook.
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