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Admin: ### **Dr. Omar Abdirahman Ali – Psychiatrist, Mental Health Advocate & Blogger** Dr. Omar Abdirahman Ali is a seasoned psychiatrist and mental health advocate committed to enhancing psychiatric services in Somalia. Holding a **Master’s in Psychiatry** and receiving extensive training from global institutions, he has dedicated himself to mental health services, capacity building, and community-oriented care. His contributions through **Habeeb Public Mental Hospitals** and the **International Rescue Committee (IRC)** have played a crucial role in raising mental health awareness and improving treatment options. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Omar is enthusiastic about sharing insights through blogging, where he emphasizes mental health education, advocacy, and research. His blog acts as a platform to **reduce the stigma associated with mental illness**, address challenges in psychiatric care, and suggest innovative approaches for Somalia's mental health sector. His ongoing initiatives, including the creation of the **Habeeb Psychiatric Institute**, demonstrate his dedication to advancing the future of mental healthcare in the region.

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Celebrating My Achievement: Completing the "My Body is My Body" Course

- February 19, 2025

Today marks a significant milestone in my personal journey of self-discovery and empowerment. I am thrilled to announce that I have successfully completed the "My Body is My Body" course and earned my certificate! Making the World a Safer Place for Children Welcome to My Body is My Body (MBIMB) Safeguarding Children. MBIMB is an internationally acclaimed musical body safety program designed to protect children. This program is currently being used in over 60 countries worldwide and is available in 30 languages. Why Somali Children Should Learn from This Program I want Somali children to engage in programs like "My Body is My Body" for several important reasons: Understanding Personal Safety : The program teaches children about their bodies and helps them recognize what is safe and unsafe. This knowledge is crucial in empowering them to protect themselves. Building Confidence : By learning about consent and personal boundaries, children gain confidence in ex...

Summarized GUIDELINES FOR THE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF MALARIA IN THE SOMALI CONTEXT 2016 GUI

- February 21, 2025

Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Malaria in the Somali Context (2016) This document provides a comprehensive framework for managing malaria in Somalia, focusing on early diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and continuous monitoring to combat malaria effectively. 1. Introduction • Malaria is a significant public health problem in Somalia. • Plasmodium falciparum is the dominant species, but P. vivax cases are increasing in Somaliland and Puntland. • Challenges include limited data, overdiagnosis, and inadequate health infrastructure . • The first guidelines were developed in 2005 and updated in 2011 and 2016 . 2. Malaria Classification & Treatment Uncomplicated Malaria • Symptoms : Fever, chills, headache, joint pain, nausea, and vomiting. • First-line treatment : Artemether + Lumefantrine (AL) . • Second-line treatment : Dihydroartemisinin + Piperaquine (DHA-PPQ) . • Pregnant women : • 1st trimester : Quinine . • 2nd & 3rd t...

𝗕𝗮𝗮𝗵𝗶𝘆𝗮𝗵𝗮 𝗔𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗮 𝗮𝗵 𝗲𝗲 𝗔𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗵𝗮: 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝗴𝘁𝗶𝘆𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗶 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗼 𝗹𝗮𝗴𝘂 𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗾𝗮𝘆 𝗱𝗵𝗮𝗾𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗮 𝗦𝗼𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮

- April 17, 2025

Baahiyaha Aasaasiga ah ee Aadanaha: Aragtiyadii Maslow oo lagu dabaqay dhaqanka Soomaalida Hordhac: Abraham Maslow wuxuu soo jeediyay aragti sheegaysa in baahiyaha aadanaha ay u kala horreeyaan, iyadoo qofku u baahan yahay in baahiyaha hoose marka hore la daboolo si uu u gaaro horumar maskaxeed, nafsiyeed iyo bulsheed. Aragti ahaan, baahiyadu waxay ka bilaabmaan kuwa aasaasiga ah (cuntada, biyaha, hoyga) ilaa heerka ugu sareeya ee is-dhammaystirka (self-actualization). Haddaba, aan eegno sida aragtidan loogu dabaqi karo dhaqanka Soomaalida iyo caqabadaha ka jira nolosha maalinlaha ah. 1. Baahiyaha Jirka (Physiological Needs) Dhaqanka Soomaalida: Reer miyiga iyo xoolo-dhaqatadu waxay noloshooda ku tiirsan yihiin biyaha roobka, xoolaha iyo dhul daaqsimeedka. Caqabadaha: Abaaraha soo noqnoqda, roob la’aanta, iyo colaadaha waxay keeneen biyo iyo cunto la’aan. Qoysas badan ayaa ku jira xaalad nololeed degdeg ah. 2. Baahiyaha Amniga (Safety Needs) Dhaqanka Soomaalida: Qoyska, qabiilka i...