Emmanuel Asampong
Dados Biográficos
| ID | 762204 |
|---|---|
| NOME | Emmanuel Asampong |
| PRENOMES | Emmanuel |
| SOBRENOME | Asampong |
| ASSINATURA | ASAMPONG E |
| AFILIAÇÕES | University of Ghana |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-1926-1118 |
| VERIFICADO | Sim |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 17 |
| TOTAL DE CITAÇÕES | 26 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 17 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMEIRO ANO DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2013 |
| ANO MAIS RECENTE DE PUBLICAÇÃO | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 1 |
Strengthening equitable research capacity in response to infectious diseases of poverty
The inequitable global distribution of resources for research parallels the unequal global distribution of morbidity and mortality due to infectious diseases. Significant gaps in research capacity prevail, and equitable and accessible opportunities for research remain a priority. We argue for the democratisation of research: without equitable participation in, and ownership of, research, by those who are implementing the research or are part of t…
Prevalence and correlates of probable anxiety and depression among young people
An abstract is not available for this content so a preview has been provided. As you have access to this content, a full PDF is available via the ‘Save PDF’ action button
Co-developing a framework to guide school-based substance use prevention (SSUP) interventions in Ghana
Substance use among young people is a global public health challenge with a high burden in African countries, including Ghana. Behavioural interventions implemented in schools can be effective in preventing substance use among young people in Ghana; however, these interventions are currently lacking. Evidence-based frameworks can contribute to the design and implementation of behavioural school-based substance use prevention interventions; howeve…
Leadership and governance for integrating mental healthcare at the primary healthcare (PHC) level
Leadership and governance are key components of health systems, nevertheless research into leadership and governance of mental healthcare at the Primary Health Care (PHC) level is probably the least well researched and understood part of these systems. As part of assessing the integration of mental health at the PHC level in Ghana, the leadership and governance organisation and structures to ensure supervision and coordination were examined. A co…
Implementation and effectiveness outcomes of Community Health Advocacy Teams to improve long-lasting insecticide net distribution and use in six districts in Ghana
Malaria remains a leading cause of illness and death especially among children and pregnant women in Ghana. Despite the efforts made by the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), including distribution of Long-Lasting Insecticide Nets (LLINs) to households through periodic Point Mass Distribution (PMD) campaigns and continuous channels (antenatal, schools and postnatal), there is a gap between access and use of LLINs in Ghana. An effectiv…
Pilot implementation of community health advocacy teams to improve the effectiveness of long-lasting insecticide net distribution through both campaigns and continuous channels in Ghana
Introduction: In Ghana, the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP) distributes long-lasting insecticide net (LLIN) to households for free through the periodic point mass distribution (PMD) campaign and continuous distribution to populations most vulnerable to malaria. It is known that the existence of effective and functional community-based groups could influence positive behaviours regarding health interventions promoted through health c…
Capacity building through comprehensive implementation research training and mentorship
BACKGROUND: Implementation research (IR) is increasingly gaining popularity as the act of carrying an intention into effect. It is thus an important approach to addressing individual practices, policies, programmes and other technologies to solving public health problems. Low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) continue to experience public health problems which could be addressed using implementation research. These countries however fall behin…
Coping strategies among adolescents and young adults living with HIV/Aids in Accra-Ghana
Participants largely adopted positive coping strategies in managing the disease. Factors that influenced the choice of coping strategies were higher levels of education and the presence of both parents as caregivers. The importance of a good social support structure and pursuing further education needs to be emphasized in counselling adolescents living with HIV as it promotes the choice of positive coping strategies
Barriers to tuberculosis treatment adherence in high-burden tuberculosis settings in Ashanti region, Ghana
The main barriers to TB treatment adherence identified in this study reveal major implementation gaps in the TB programme including gaps related to social support, food security, income security, knowledge, and proximity to treatment centers. Hence, to improve treatment adherence there is a need for the government and the National Tuberculosis Programme (NTP) to collaborate with different sectors to provide comprehensive health education, social …
Coping with global uncertainty
Following the global outbreak of COVID-19 in March 2020, individuals report psychological distress associated with the "new normal"-social distancing, financial hardships, and increased responsibilities while working from home. Given the interpersonal nature of stress and coping responses between romantic partners, based on the systemic transactional model this study posits that perceived partner dyadic coping may be an important moderator betwee…
Stakeholders’ perspectives about the impact of training and sensitization of traditional and spiritual healers on mental health and illness
BACKGROUND: Prayer camps and traditional healers have emerged recently as alternative sources of mental health care in Ghana. To increase their knowledge and collaboration between formal and informal mental health care providers, training and sensitization was organized for them. AIMS: This study aimed at assessing beneficiaries' views about the impact of this intervention. METHODS: We adopted narrative approach to qualitative enquiry using purpo…
Approaches to Regulating Adolescent Sexual Behavior in Ghana
Qualitative study on the socio-cultural determinants of care of children orphaned by Aids in the Ashanti and Eastern regions of Ghana
It is recommended that though some cultural and traditional practices are deeply rooted in communities and cannot be done away completely, orphan care policies on interventions should take into account these factors to mitigate their effects on the care of orphans
Health seeking behaviours among electronic waste workers in Ghana
Multiple sources of health care were used by the e-waste workers. As cost was a major barrier to accessing formal health care, most of the workers did not subscribe to health insurance. Since enrollment in health insurance is low amongst the workers, education campaigns on the need to register with the National Health Insurance Scheme would facilitate access to formal health care and could result in improved health outcomes among e-waste workers
The expression of perinatal depression in rural Ghana
In low- and middle-income countries, perinatal depression (PND) has been associated with poor infant health outcomes, including frequency of infant diarrheal episodes, preterm delivery and low birth weight, and discontinuation or problems breastfeeding. Yet little is known about the awareness or expression of PND depression in Ghana. A total of 12 in-depth key-informant interviews were conducted with women who had experienced PND within the previ…
Perceptions of Parents on How Religion Influences Adolescents’ Sexual Behaviours in Two Ghanaian Communities
To understand the role of religion in the sexual behaviours of adolescents, the views of parents who are key agents of socialization were examined from two south-eastern communities in Ghana. Focus Group interviews were conducted with mothers (and female caregivers) of adolescents and one with fathers (and male caregivers) of adolescents. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data. Findings indicated that parents from one community perceived …
Adolescents and parents’ perceptions of best time for sex and sexual communications from two communities in the Eastern and Volta Regions of Ghana
BACKGROUND: Adolescents and parents' differ in their perceptions regarding engaging in sexual activity and protecting themselves from pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The views of adolescents and parents from two south-eastern communities in Ghana regarding best time for sex and sexual communications were examined. METHODS: Focus Group interviews were conducted with parents and adolescents (both In-school and Out-of school) f…
Coping with global uncertainty
Following the global outbreak of COVID-19 in March 2020, individuals report psychological distress associated with the "new normal"-social distancing, financial hardships, and increased responsibilities while working from home. Given the interpersonal nature of stress and coping responses between romantic partners, based on the systemic transactional model this study posits that perceived partner dyadic coping may be an important moderator betwee…
Approaches to Regulating Adolescent Sexual Behavior in Ghana
Adolescents and parents’ perceptions of best time for sex and sexual communications from two communities in the Eastern and Volta Regions of Ghana
BACKGROUND: Adolescents and parents' differ in their perceptions regarding engaging in sexual activity and protecting themselves from pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The views of adolescents and parents from two south-eastern communities in Ghana regarding best time for sex and sexual communications were examined. METHODS: Focus Group interviews were conducted with parents and adolescents (both In-school and Out-of school) f…
Perceptions of Parents on How Religion Influences Adolescents’ Sexual Behaviours in Two Ghanaian Communities
To understand the role of religion in the sexual behaviours of adolescents, the views of parents who are key agents of socialization were examined from two south-eastern communities in Ghana. Focus Group interviews were conducted with mothers (and female caregivers) of adolescents and one with fathers (and male caregivers) of adolescents. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data. Findings indicated that parents from one community perceived …
Qualitative study on the socio-cultural determinants of care of children orphaned by Aids in the Ashanti and Eastern regions of Ghana
It is recommended that though some cultural and traditional practices are deeply rooted in communities and cannot be done away completely, orphan care policies on interventions should take into account these factors to mitigate their effects on the care of orphans
Health seeking behaviours among electronic waste workers in Ghana
Multiple sources of health care were used by the e-waste workers. As cost was a major barrier to accessing formal health care, most of the workers did not subscribe to health insurance. Since enrollment in health insurance is low amongst the workers, education campaigns on the need to register with the National Health Insurance Scheme would facilitate access to formal health care and could result in improved health outcomes among e-waste workers
The expression of perinatal depression in rural Ghana
In low- and middle-income countries, perinatal depression (PND) has been associated with poor infant health outcomes, including frequency of infant diarrheal episodes, preterm delivery and low birth weight, and discontinuation or problems breastfeeding. Yet little is known about the awareness or expression of PND depression in Ghana. A total of 12 in-depth key-informant interviews were conducted with women who had experienced PND within the previ…
Approaches to Regulating Adolescent Sexual Behavior in Ghana
Stakeholders’ perspectives about the impact of training and sensitization of traditional and spiritual healers on mental health and illness
BACKGROUND: Prayer camps and traditional healers have emerged recently as alternative sources of mental health care in Ghana. To increase their knowledge and collaboration between formal and informal mental health care providers, training and sensitization was organized for them. AIMS: This study aimed at assessing beneficiaries' views about the impact of this intervention. METHODS: We adopted narrative approach to qualitative enquiry using purpo…
Coping with global uncertainty
Following the global outbreak of COVID-19 in March 2020, individuals report psychological distress associated with the "new normal"-social distancing, financial hardships, and increased responsibilities while working from home. Given the interpersonal nature of stress and coping responses between romantic partners, based on the systemic transactional model this study posits that perceived partner dyadic coping may be an important moderator betwee…
Pilot implementation of community health advocacy teams to improve the effectiveness of long-lasting insecticide net distribution through both campaigns and continuous channels in Ghana
Introduction: In Ghana, the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP) distributes long-lasting insecticide net (LLIN) to households for free through the periodic point mass distribution (PMD) campaign and continuous distribution to populations most vulnerable to malaria. It is known that the existence of effective and functional community-based groups could influence positive behaviours regarding health interventions promoted through health c…
Capacity building through comprehensive implementation research training and mentorship
BACKGROUND: Implementation research (IR) is increasingly gaining popularity as the act of carrying an intention into effect. It is thus an important approach to addressing individual practices, policies, programmes and other technologies to solving public health problems. Low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) continue to experience public health problems which could be addressed using implementation research. These countries however fall behin…
Coping strategies among adolescents and young adults living with HIV/Aids in Accra-Ghana
Participants largely adopted positive coping strategies in managing the disease. Factors that influenced the choice of coping strategies were higher levels of education and the presence of both parents as caregivers. The importance of a good social support structure and pursuing further education needs to be emphasized in counselling adolescents living with HIV as it promotes the choice of positive coping strategies
Barriers to tuberculosis treatment adherence in high-burden tuberculosis settings in Ashanti region, Ghana
The main barriers to TB treatment adherence identified in this study reveal major implementation gaps in the TB programme including gaps related to social support, food security, income security, knowledge, and proximity to treatment centers. Hence, to improve treatment adherence there is a need for the government and the National Tuberculosis Programme (NTP) to collaborate with different sectors to provide comprehensive health education, social …
Implementation and effectiveness outcomes of Community Health Advocacy Teams to improve long-lasting insecticide net distribution and use in six districts in Ghana
Malaria remains a leading cause of illness and death especially among children and pregnant women in Ghana. Despite the efforts made by the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), including distribution of Long-Lasting Insecticide Nets (LLINs) to households through periodic Point Mass Distribution (PMD) campaigns and continuous channels (antenatal, schools and postnatal), there is a gap between access and use of LLINs in Ghana. An effectiv…
Leadership and governance for integrating mental healthcare at the primary healthcare (PHC) level
Leadership and governance are key components of health systems, nevertheless research into leadership and governance of mental healthcare at the Primary Health Care (PHC) level is probably the least well researched and understood part of these systems. As part of assessing the integration of mental health at the PHC level in Ghana, the leadership and governance organisation and structures to ensure supervision and coordination were examined. A co…
Strengthening equitable research capacity in response to infectious diseases of poverty
The inequitable global distribution of resources for research parallels the unequal global distribution of morbidity and mortality due to infectious diseases. Significant gaps in research capacity prevail, and equitable and accessible opportunities for research remain a priority. We argue for the democratisation of research: without equitable participation in, and ownership of, research, by those who are implementing the research or are part of t…
Prevalence and correlates of probable anxiety and depression among young people
An abstract is not available for this content so a preview has been provided. As you have access to this content, a full PDF is available via the ‘Save PDF’ action button
Co-developing a framework to guide school-based substance use prevention (SSUP) interventions in Ghana
Substance use among young people is a global public health challenge with a high burden in African countries, including Ghana. Behavioural interventions implemented in schools can be effective in preventing substance use among young people in Ghana; however, these interventions are currently lacking. Evidence-based frameworks can contribute to the design and implementation of behavioural school-based substance use prevention interventions; howeve…
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