NJP publishes original scientific papers, review articles, short reports and opinion papers in all areas of psychiatry and related fields such as Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology and Neurosciences. All original articles are peer reviewed and once accepted for publication can not be published else where in whole or part without prior authority from the Editorial Board. Letters on published articles are welcome.
2026, Vol: 24, Issue: 1
NJP [Latest Articles] Original Article- PRELIMINARY VALIDATION AND RELIABILITY OF THE OSLO SPORTS TRAUMA RESEARCH CENTRE OVERUSE INJURY QUESTIONNAIRE – UPDATED VERSION (OSTRC-O2) AND THE ATHLETIC COPING SKILLS INVENTORY (ACSI-28) IN A PILOT STUDY AMONG NIGERIAN ATHLETES
Ayoyinka Abioye Ayorinde, Samuel Kolawole Mosaku, Adesanmi Akinsulore, Philemon Olatunji, Abdul-ganiyy Edun
NJP. 2026; 24(1): 57-66
» Abstract » doi: 10.5455/NJP.288760
Original Article- Profile Of Patients Undergoing Rehabilitation for Substance Use Disorders in A Custodial Rehabilitation Facility in Ibadan, Nigeria
Victor A. Makanjuola, Oluremi O. Oladele, Oyeyemi A. Afolabi, Victor O. Lasebikan
NJP. 2026; 24(1): 47-56
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.319703
Original Article- Body Dysmorphic Disorder Symptoms Among Dermatology Outpatients In Northern Nigeria: A Descriptive Study.
Mudasir Muhammad Danjumma, Mustapha Ibrahim Gudaji, Zakariyya Ibrahim Abdurrahman, Abubakar Sulaiman Baguda
NJP. 2026; 24(1): 40-46
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.312292
Original Article- Association of Psychological Distress with Academic Performance among Final Year Medical Students in a Nigerian university.
Chinyere Mirian Aguocha, Chinedu Anthony Iwu, Ugochukwu Madubueze, Pius Ositadinma Mberekpe, Emeka Nwefoh, Chukwuma Duru
NJP. 2026; 24(1): 29-39
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.306509
Review Article- Effect of Existential Counselling on Depressive and Generalized Anxiety Symptoms among Inmates in Maiduguri, Northeastern Nigeria: A Randomized Controlled Study
Kawu Muhammad Sunkani, Umar Baba Musami
NJP. 2026; 24(1): 20-28
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.319479
Original Article- Mediating Effects Of Mattering Between Happiness and Depressive Symptoms
Opeyemi Olubusuyi Fasanu, Obinna A Okonkwo, Omoniyi Balogun, Oluwadara Adenubi
NJP. 2026; 24(1): 12-19
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.280030
Original Article- Comparing The Efficacies Of Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy (rTMS) And Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) In The
Treatment Of Depression: A Randomized Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Trial
Abdullahi Abdulwahab Yakubu, Muhammad Aliyu, Audu Ishaq Aveka, Umar Adam Muhammad, Ahmed Sherif Isa, Tajudeen Abiola, Surajudeen Abdulkadir, Summayyah Muhammad Bashar, Bashir Adam Yakasai, Erin Emmanuel Babatunde, Olasubulu Olaolu Adebowale, Udofia Owoidoho
NJP. 2026; 24(1): 1-11
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.234359
Original Article- Effects of a Social-Emotional Learning Intervention on Psychological Distress and Emotional-Behavioural Dysregulation Among Students with Specific Learning Disorders in Northwest Nigeria: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Abdullahi Abdulwahab Yakubu, Summayyah Muhammad Bashar, Ijeoma Chinanuekperem Charles-ugwuagbo, Aliyul Hauwath Ahmad, Audu Ishaq Aveka, Bashir Adam Yakasai
NJP. 2025; 23(2): 55-61
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.322718
Case Report- Pica, Psychosis and Polysubstance use: A case of Polyethylene Water Sachet Ingestion.
Monsuru Olalekan Awodun, Tajudeen Abiola, Ayanda Makinde, Oluwasayo Abegunde, Alfred Bamiso Makanjuola
NJP. 2025; 23(2): 52-54
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.310801
Original Article- Validation of a Self-Administered DSM-5 Substance Use Disorder Checklist used in a Nigerian Psychiatric Outpatient Clinic
Ubongabasi Udofia, Owoidoho Udofia, Emmanuel Essien
NJP. 2025; 23(2): 43-51
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.314045
Original Article- Moral Injury, Job Satisfaction, And Psychiatric Morbidity Among Nigerian Doctors In A Tertiary Hospital: A Cross-Sectional Analysis From Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital, Northwest Nigeria
Abdullahi Abdulwahab Yakubu, Summayyah Muhammad Bashar, Audu Ishaq Aveka, Mivanyi Musa Murinyi, Sani Khalid, Bashir Adam Yakasai
NJP. 2025; 23(2): 35-42
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.303919
Original Article- Psychometric Properties of the 8-Item Reflective Functioning Questionnaire (RFQ-8) in Nigerian Clinical and Non-Clinical Populations
Ismail Olaiitan Adesina, Olajide Benjamin Obembe, Abisola Ayodele Lawal, Mashudat Abiola Bello-mojeed, Favour Ikeoluwa Oyewole, Odunayo Rukayat Adesina, Shalom Anu-oluwapo Adenusi, Onyema Abazie
NJP. 2025; 23(2): 28-34
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.306002
Original Article- Childhood trauma as a predictor of psychological distress and self-esteem among secondary school students in Calabar, Nigeria
Ehiaghe Jennifer Aigbomian, Emmanuel Aniekan Essien, Olusola Ruth Attoe, Godwin Akepu Anake, Emmanuel Effiong Uwah, Franklin Ifeanyi Eleazu, Owoidoho Udofia
NJP. 2025; 23(2): 21-27
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.266655
Case Report- Management of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with complementary and alternative medicine: A case report.
Israel Ebubechukwu Okeke, Emmanuel Effiong Uwah, Uma A Uma, Idongesit Ayemo Ubi
NJP. 2025; 23(2): 12-20
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.281114
Narrative Review- Comparative Analysis of Nigeria’s National Mental Health Act, 2021 and the World Health Organization Checklist on Legislation (2005): Any Lacuna?
Mohammed Yusuf Mahmood, Abdulhakeem Shu'aib, Yesiru Adeyemi Kareem, Ruqayyah Abubakar Muhammad, Zainab Bukar Yaganami, Umar Baba Musami, Falmata Baba Shettima, Abdurrahman Ashir, Ibrahim Wakawa Abdu
NJP. 2025; 23(2): 1-11
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.242130
Case Report- Ketamine use for severe depression in Low resource settings – A case report
Frances Adiukwu, Best Akio, Chigozie Uwandu, Avwarute O. Ochei, Olufisayo Adesokun, Chimenum Wodu, Ibiye George, Precious Anuonyeh.
NJP. 2025; 23(1): 56-61
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.252547
Original Article- Health-Related Quality of Life and Psychiatric Morbidity Among Internally Displaced Persons in Katsina State, Northwestern Nigeria
Abdullahi A. Yakubu, Bashir A. Yakasai, Tajudeen Abiola, Audu I. Aveka, Udofia Owoidoho, Jidda M. Said, Amosu Sunday, Muhammad Aliyu, Surajudeen Abdulkadir, Hassan B. Salihu, Muhammad G. Ibrahim, Summayyah M. Bashar
NJP. 2025; 23(1): 42-55
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.234041
Original Article- Depression and Sociodemographic Correlates Among Primary Caregivers of Patients With Schizophrenia Attending a Nigerian Tertiary Hospital.
Osemhen B. Ighedosa, Maroh G. Ighoroje
NJP. 2025; 23(1): 31-41
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.241934
Original Article- A Retrospective Review of Adult Psychiatric Cases at the Newly Established Tertiary Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Budo-Egba.
Dauda Sulyman, Olatunji A. Abiodun, Peter O. Ajiboye, Baba A. Issa, Mumeen O. Salihu, Amudalat T. Kuranga, Oludolapo Oladeji, Mahmud Y. Mahmud
NJP. 2025; 23(1): 19-30
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.240087
Original Article- Prevalence and Sociodemographic Correlates of Suicidal Behaviour Among Patients With Post-Stroke Depression in a Nigerian Teaching Hospital.
Tomilola O. Shofu-akanji, Bolanle A. Ola, Adefemi A. Adeoye, Olushola O. Olibamoyo, Dapo A. Adegbaju, Ismail O. Adesina
NJP. 2025; 23(1): 6-18
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.201181
Case Report- Untreated Schizophrenia Mimicking a Neurological Disorder in a Nigerian Youth.
Audu I. Aveka, Abdullahi A. Yakubu, Aliyu Muhammad, Amedu M. Agbo, Abubakar Sani, Sheikh T. Lateef, Olisah O. Victor
NJP. 2025; 23(1): 1-5
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.232859
SPECIAL ISSUE- Proceedings of the 55th Annual General and Scientific Meeting of the Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria (APN), Kwara '24
NJP. 2024; 22(3): 1-19
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.231944
Original Article- Efficacy of an Ultra-Brief Intervention for Psychotrauma: A Case-Control Study.
Tajudeen Abiola, Olugbenga O. Fajimolu, Hassan B. Salihu, Yakubu A. Abdullahi, Muhammad Aliyu, Summaya M. Bashar, Owoidoho Udofia, Jude U. Ohaeri
NJP. 2024; 22(2): 77-90
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.231894
Original Article- Family Functioning and Internalized Stigma Among Patients With Depressive Disorder Attending the Outpatient Clinic of the Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta
Lydia U. Egua, Adekunle J. Ariba, Olumuyiwa B. Akingunola, Yesiru A. Kareem, Omokehinde O. Fakorede, Andrew I. Egua
NJP. 2024; 22(2): 48-63
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.214822
Review Article- Eating Disorders and Associated Factors Among Undergraduates of Osun State University, Osogbo, Osun State.
Adeola O. Ajayi, Akindele A. Ajayi, Roseline O. Akande, Ayodeji O. Ogungbemi, Tolulope Opakunle, Kazeem O. Adebayo, Benjamin A. Eegunranti, Temilola J. Mosanya, Adesanmi Akinsulore, Ifedola O. Faramade
NJP. 2024; 22(2): 36-47
» Abstract » PDF» doi: 10.5455/NJP.198979
