19-25 September is International Week of Happiness at Work, and 10 October is World Mental Health Day.
South Africans are grappling with unprecedented economic challenges and deteriorating household finances. Stress and anxiety due to money worries have emerged as a silent crisis affecting millions of individuals and families.
Financial troubles have far-reaching consequences beyond bank balances…
Like their global counterparts, South African youth report high levels of mental health challenges arising from universal experiences such as the climate crisis, economic uncertainty, geopolitical instability and social media threats and pressures. Yet, there are also unique challenges affecting young people that are particularly rooted in South Africa's socio-economic landscape.
According to a survey recently…
July is Mental Illness Awareness Month – a month dedicated to creating awareness around psychiatric conditions and mental health. Surprising to note is that mental illness can have a significant impact on a person's oral health.
Dirna Grobbelaar, oral hygiene advisor for Ivohealth, and a member of the Oral Hygienists Association of South Africa (OHASA), explains…
The importance of mental health has come to the fore in the post-pandemic era, with South Africans becoming more forthright in asserting the importance of their mental wellbeing, particularly in the workplace. The cost of mental illness is not only borne by the individual but is shouldered on a macro-economic level as well. Unaddressed mental…
Unlocking the power of physical activity for your mental health
It's easy to succumb to the temptation of hibernation in winter. However, engaging in physical activity during this time can do wonders for our mental well-being. “While the chilly temperatures might make us reluctant to venture outdoors, staying active in winter holds numerous benefits for…
By Kerry Rudman from Brain Harmonics
Glamorizing mental health issues has become a trend in recent times, especially on social media platforms. It involves people portraying their mental health issues in a way that glorifies the condition, making it seem trendy or cool. This dangerous practice not only trivializes mental health problems but also affects…
As Andy Williams says in his classic Christmas song, the festive season is the most wonderful time of the year - but it can also be very fraught with so much to buy, plan and do and, for some, it’s also a very sad time, especially if you’re battling a medical condition, a family illness…
Cyberbullying is one of the online threats that parents dread the most. It's covert and insidious, sometimes tricky to put your finger on, and hard to stop. It's also frighteningly common and widespread, affecting children from around 10 to 18 years. Unchecked, cyberbullying can have serious consequences. Apart from the garden variety pain and distress…
By Sarah Rice, Chief People Officer at Skynamo
Mental health challenges have reached a new global high with 42% of adults worldwide saying they feel a lot of worry, 41% reporting being stressed and 28% experiencing unhappiness[i]. Burnout is also on the rise, with 49% of people suffering from these symptoms at work[ii]. Hybrid working is…
You may have started your running journey to improve your fitness levels or to make up for that extra slice of cake you had, but besides helping you maintain a physically healthy lifestyle, running helps improve your mental state too.
South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) Board Deputy Chairperson and Clinical Psychologist at Tara…