South African Depression And Anxiety Group
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More people dying by suicide in South Africa
Financial stress and lack of access to care are driving up suicide rates in the country
How one woman set up a mental health helpline for the whole of South Africa
When Zane Wilson faced crippling panic attacks, she struggled to find help. So she decided to do something about it
Mental illness costs SA billions
Shame and stigma, as well as the lack of facilities, are barriers to healing, experts say
Feeling extra tired? Mid-year burnout is a thing
It’s normal, especially considering the world we’re living in
Take action on suicide prevention instead of just talking about it
World Suicide Prevention Day raises awareness, but there is still much that can be done to stop unnecessary deaths
Learners and parents: How to beat end-of-year exam stress
A student wellness consultant gives advice on how to cope with – and overcome – examination anxiety
‘The children cannot cope any more’: Suicide in Calvinia highlights lack of support for young
How Covid-19 has intensified the physical and emotional burdens placed on children’s shoulders.
Editorial: Stopping suicide is a collective challenge
As a society, we must help everyone, particularly young people, to develop coping skills
Riots and looting could cause PTSD among children
The South African Society of Psychiatrists has warned that children and adolescents are vulnerable to post-traumatic stress disorder
Why doctors dread the days the country celebrates
‘Big’ days in sport — or even just weekends — almost always spell an increase in trauma and gender violence. One doctor remembers a day she had to put her compassion aside
Doctors have mental health issues too
Stigma around bipolar and other disorders is just as debilitating
An inquest into the Life Esidimeni tragedy will start in July
A memorial portal has been launched to help to families of those who have mental illnesses
A survival kit for healthcare workers, before the Covid-19 third wave hits
Doctors and nurses are dog-tired, depressed and anxious. Experts share some tips on how to cope
Academics’ health suffers under Covid-19
More than ever, higher education institutions need to look after employees’ mental wellbeing
Do not suffer alone, develop a daily routine
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.