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Mental Health Hotline Receives 50,000 Calls in First Year

The 24/7 support service has exceeded all expectations, prompting plans to expand counseling teams and add regional language options.

Dr. Abena Frema

Monday, April 27, 2026

Mental Health Hotline Receives 50,000 Calls in First Year

The national mental health support hotline has received over 50,000 calls in its first year of operation, far exceeding initial projections and demonstrating the profound need for accessible mental health services in the country.

The 24/7 hotline, staffed by trained counselors and clinical psychologists, provides crisis intervention, referrals, and emotional support to callers from all walks of life. Data from the service reveals that callers aged 18-35 account for 60% of all contacts.

Dr. Abena Frema

Dr. Abena Frema

Staff Writer

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Staff writer at GNA News Portal covering breaking stories, in-depth analysis, and community-focused reporting across Ghana and beyond.

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