Depressed and Traumatised People of Uganda (Detrap-U)
Unverified non-profit organisation
Depressed and Traumatised People of Uganda (Detrap-U) is a new Ugandan NGO established by psychosocial/ rehabilitation professionals and victims of traumatic experiences. The organisation aims to use local solutions to alleviate mental and psychological sufferering. Detrap-U is currently involved in empirical research, and is offering support to a range of victims including family members, people suffering from alcohol and drug abuse, depression and suicidal tendencies, acid burn survivors, orphans, sex abuse victims, victims of domestic abuse , chronic illness, disability and extreme poverty. The organisation is also exploring farm work and play/sports as therapy for sufferers.