Legal Professionals’ Perspective on Insanity Defense Cases in Addis Ababa.

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dc.contributor.advisorDr. Asnake Limenih
dc.contributor.advisorDr Beakal Amare
dc.contributor.authorDr Meron Engeda
dc.date.accessioned2026-11-03T11:20:27Z
dc.date.available2026-11-03T11:20:27Z
dc.date.issued2026
dc.description.abstractBackground: Eating problems are a growing global concern. Adolescents and young people, particularly those with emotional and behavioral difficulties, represent one of the most affected groups. However, in the Ethiopian context, there is a dearth of evidence regarding the subjective experiences of eating behaviors among adolescents. Understanding these experiences, especially within clinical populations, is crucial for identifying themes that are closely related to their mental health. Objectives: This study aimed to understand the eating behaviors of adolescents with common mental health disorders at follow up in two outpatient clinics in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Methods: An institution-based semi structured interview was conducted for a descriptive phenomenological qualitative design study using in depth semi structured interviews among 12 adolescents aged 10-19. Data were collected over the period of December 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026 and analyzed using a thematic approach to identify recurrent, core themes related to eating behaviors of adolescents with common mental health disorders. Results: Six primary themes were identified in this study. Knowledge and perception of healthy eating, eating patterns, influences of eating patterns, body image and identification, impact of eating habits and actions to improve eating habits. Although participants exhibited adequate awareness of health eating, their dietary practices were described as irregular and under/overeating. These practices appeared to be related to their peer relationships, social expectations and emotions. Eating behaviors were also linked to body image and maintaining social ideals. Conclusions: Adolescent eating behaviors in this setting are more intertwined with emotion regulation and social acceptance than solely by nutritional knowledge. Recommendations: Clinical interventions should move beyond general education toward individualized case conceptualizations that address emotional eating and the somatic impacts of mental distress.
dc.identifier.urihttps://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/9260
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherAddis Ababa Uinverstiy
dc.subjectEating Habits
dc.subjectAdolescents
dc.subjectCommon Mental Disorders
dc.titleLegal Professionals’ Perspective on Insanity Defense Cases in Addis Ababa.
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