Cameroon Help & Support
Licensed therapists, treatment centers, housing, food and faith-based support - in your community.
Support in Cameroon
Cameroon
49
trained volunteer listeners
8,082
people helped
What people talk about here
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Depression
12.1%
Breakups
7.7%
Relationship Stress
7.7%
Anxiety
7.3%
Loneliness
6.6%
Managing Emotions
6.3%
Student Life
3.8%
Self-Esteem
3.6%
Family Stress
3.2%
Forgiveness
2.9%
Social Anxiety
2.5%
Financial Stress
2.2%
Bullying
2%
Alcohol/Drug Abuse
1.9%
Spirituality
1.8%
Self-Harm
1.7%
Sleeping Well
1.7%
General Mental Health
1.7%
Work Stress
1.5%
Exercise Motivation
1.5%
Women's Issues
1.5%
Panic Attacks
1.4%
Domestic Violence
1.4%
Grief
1.4%
Weight Management
1.3%
Addiction
1.3%
Parenting
1.2%
Eating Disorders
1.1%
LGBTQ+ Issues
1.1%
Bipolar Disorder
1%
Getting Unstuck
1%
Disabilities
0.8%
ADHD
0.6%
Recovery
0.6%
Sexual Health
0.6%
Adoption/Foster Care
0.6%
Chronic Pain
0.5%
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
0.5%
PTSD
0.5%
Racial & Cultural Identity
0.5%
Perinatal Mood Disorder
0.3%
Borderline (BPD)
0.3%
Men's Issues
0.3%
Diabetes
0.2%
Cancer
0.2%
Autism Spectrum
0.1%
Dissociative Disorders
0.1%
Personality Disorder
0.1%
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49 trained listeners from Cameroon
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Questions people are asking
Sexual attraction: What's the difference between romantic attraction and sexual attraction?
320 answers
Should I tell my boyfriend that I cheated?
317 answers
What can I talk about with my boyfriend on the phone?
323 answers
How to get rid of depression?
346 answers
I still love my ex. Should I feel this way?
421 answers
Local Support in Cameroon
Cameroon, a culturally rich and geographically diverse nation in Central Africa, is experiencing a mental health transformation despite socio-economic challenges. With over 704,000 individuals impacted by major depressive disorder and high rates of anxiety and schizophrenia, awareness of mental health challenges in Cameroon has surged, particularly post-COVID-19. Economic disparities and a historical crisis have influenced access to mental health support in Cameroon, impacting those in low-income and rural communities the most. Despite economic difficulties, there is growing political commitment and community involvement aimed at improving mental health care. The government, alongside community organizations, is working to integrate mental health resources into general health care systems, but gaps remain. Access to mental health services in Cameroon differs across regions, with urban areas having better resources than rural ones. Notable strides include the nation's first mental health plan initiated in 2016, reflecting increased recognition of the need for sustainable mental health resources in Cameroon. Initiatives are being developed to address these disparities, providing hope for affordable mental health care in Cameroon. Explore this directory to find local and national mental health resources actively making a difference in communities across Cameroon.
Frequently asked questions
Use the search box at the top of this page to narrow down to your city or zip code, then choose the kind of support you need - therapists, treatment centers, housing assistance, food pantries or faith-based services. Every listing links through to contact details and directions.
It varies by listing. Food pantries, many housing programs and faith-based services are typically free, while therapists and treatment centers usually charge or bill insurance. Check the individual listing and contact the provider directly to confirm.
No. The providers and organizations listed here are independent of 7 Cups - we do not employ them and cannot vouch for them. What 7 Cups does offer directly is free emotional support from trained volunteer listeners, and online therapy with licensed professionals.
If you are in immediate danger, call 988 in the US or go to your nearest emergency room. For someone to talk to straight away, you can chat with a trained volunteer listener at any hour, free.