Welcome to the Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria (APN)
We welcome you to the official website of the Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria (APN), a professional body committed to advancing mental health and psychiatric practice in Nigeria and beyond.
APN is dedicated to promoting excellence in psychiatric care through continuous professional development, research, collaboration, and advocacy, with the goal of improving mental health outcomes and reducing stigma.
It serves as a leading authority in mental health, driving innovation, influencing policy, and supporting the delivery of accessible and high-quality psychiatric services for all.
The Association provides a strong platform for psychiatrists, allied mental health professionals, and trainees to connect, grow, and contribute meaningfully through lifelong learning and service.
We encourage all psychiatrists, mental health professionals, and residents to join APN and be part of a unified community committed to advancing mental health care and excellence.
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About Us
Welcome to APN since 1969
The Association of Psychiatrists in Nigeria (APN) was first mooted in 1969 and inaugurated in 1970. At the onset of psychiatry practice in Nigeria, many of the pioneer psychiatrists worked within government establishments in the university system and in federal and state government-owned hospitals.
Read MoreReputation for Excellence
We Build Partnerships
Guided by Commitment
A Team of Professionals
Our Values
Confidentiality, empathy, respect, cultural sensitivity, and evidence-based practice are at the core of our work. These values ensure that patients receive effective, confidential, and respectful care. Psychiatrists are committed to searching for facts and finding solutions to mental health challenges.
Our Clinical Specialties
Comprehensive Psychiatric Care & Evidence-Based Practice
Anxiety Disorders
Generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and phobia-related conditions.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Management of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors affecting daily functioning.
Depressive Disorders
Comprehensive care for persistent low mood, emotional distress, and associated symptoms.
Insomnia
Sleep disorders linked to anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and lifestyle factors.
Bipolar Disorder
Stabilization of mood fluctuations including depressive and manic episodes.
Schizophrenia
Evidence-based treatment for disturbances in perception, cognition, and behavior.
