The family of a mental health patient who took his own life at Hayani Psychiatric Hospital in Limpopo said all the 28-year-old wanted was to go home, but his condition prevented that.  Fhulufhelo Mulaudzi, 28, from Mdabula village outside…
Almost two-thirds of South Africa’s children are facing their mental health problems alone; avoiding help or treatment when they need it most. And experts believe the only way to address this worrying trend is to become more vigilant about their…
Studies suggest that since the human brain is only fully developed by the age of 25, many young people aren’t equipped to deal with the harsh realities of life. This leads to adolescents and young adults being more prone to…
More than half of South African women have experienced gender-based violence (GBV) and the impact on their mental health is devastating. Studies show that these survivors are three times more likely to contemplate suicide as an outlet. GBV is a…
