In Kenya, a new generation is challenging long-standing stigma around mental health. As economic pressure, unemployment, and social expectations mount, more young Kenyans are openly discussing anxiety, depression, and burnout—especially on social media.
Urban centers like Nairobi are witnessing a rise in therapy awareness, online counseling platforms, and youth-led advocacy movements. However, this growing openness contrasts sharply with limited access to affordable care and underfunded public health systems.
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