South African Depression And Anxiety Group

Do not suffer alone, develop a daily routine

Article Bongekile Macupe - 2 Apr 2020

Itis normal that people will feel anxious and scared because it is difficult to escape what is happening in the country and globally relating to the coronavirus pandemic.

‘Tis the season: It’s festive, It’s fokol but depression is real

Article bogdan TagDiv - 7 Dec 2018

"Substance abuse is higher, depression is wider, exhaustion is deeper. We’ve tapped out, we’re tuned out, we’ve emotionally flat-lined."

Gogos step up for peace of mind

Article bogdan TagDiv - 14 Jan 2016

Depression among the elderly is largely overlooked, but exercise can help to counter it.

It’s a nightmare when mental health medicine runs out

Article bogdan TagDiv - 2 Jul 2015

Mental health patients in Johannesburg's East Rand are hard hit by the unavailability of medication.

SA is stressed out and suicidal

Article bogdan TagDiv - 1 Jul 2015

The country has a high suicide rate, psychiatric illnesses are on the rise and stress has become normalised.

The high cost of being bipolar

Article bogdan TagDiv - 25 Jun 2015

Patients are subject to wild mood swings and costly spending sprees,but they can be treated with the right medicine - and a lot of money.

Concern over rate of teen depression and suicide

Article Mia Malan - 10 Sep 2014

One in four South African teens have attempted suicide and one in three hospital admissions for suicide involve youth.

‘I won the battle to beat bipolar’

Article Bhekisisa Team - 10 Jul 2014

The condition is widely misunderstood but it can be treated successfully with the right medication.

Social media fans suicidal fire

Article bogdan TagDiv - 20 Feb 2014

There is growing evidence which suggests interactions on social media sites like Facebook romanticise suicide for teenagers part of emo subcultures.

Pills: How to stick to your schedule

Article Staff Reporter - 16 Mar 2012

Patients have always gotten pills with the instructions "take as directed" but there is a high drop-off rate from not sticking to the treatment.

Efficient trauma counselling is vital

Article Dessy Tzoneva - 23 Feb 2012

Schools need to put measures in place to effectively deal with trauma among its staff and learners.

Manage stress to prevent burnout

Article Dessy Tzoneva - 13 Jan 2012

Balancing your needs and available resources will help you to cope with life's demands and stress.

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National

Mbalula defends changing taxi operating times

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Special Reports

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20th Edition of the National Teaching Awards

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