Follow-up and Mediation Outcomes of a Movement-Based Mental Health Promotion Intervention for Refugee Children in Uganda

April 25, 2025

Mark J.D. Jordans, Gabriela V. Koppenol-Gonzalez, Alexandra C.E. Bleile, Bruce Orech, Areeba Brian & Katia Verreault

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There is limited evidence for the effectiveness of mental health promotion interventions in low- and middle-income settings, especially for longer-term benefits. This study evaluates the 5-month follow-up outcomes of a movement-based mental health promotion intervention (TeamUp) for refugee children in Northern Uganda (West Nile) and further investigates what explains longer-term benefits.