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Breaking the silence: The benefits of disclosing mental health at work
lifestyle

Breaking the silence: The benefits of disclosing mental health at work

Music therapy for mental health. Image by Pexels
Lifestyle

How music can be used as therapy for mental health

Unconventional Stormers star Hacjivah Dayimani.
Rugby

Dynamic Dayimani’s unconventional charisma is a winner

Breaking the silence: The benefits of disclosing mental health at work
Health and Fitness

Breaking the silence: The benefits of disclosing mental health at work

Music therapy for mental health. Image by Pexels
Lifestyle

How music can be used as therapy for mental health

Unconventional Stormers star Hacjivah Dayimani.
Rugby

Dynamic Dayimani’s unconventional charisma is a winner

How Universities can Improve Mental Health
Health and Fitness

How universities can improve mental health

By The Conversation09-05-2023 15:32

The Canadian Mental Health Association reports that one in five Canadians will experience a mental health challenge.

Mental health: Almost half of Johannesburg students in new study screened positive for probable depression
Health and Fitness

Mental health: Almost half of Johannesburg students in new study screened positive for probable depression

By The Conversation08-05-2023 10:55

Depression is a major mental illness that affects millions of people worldwide, yet it often goes undiagnosed.

exercise-outdoors
Health and Fitness

Exercise can help prevent and treat mental health problems

By The Conversation03-05-2023 18:56

Behavioural therapy and medications are common first options for treatment. Here’s how exercise can help prevent mental health problems

tech triggers
Health and Fitness

Three ways tech-triggers may be affecting your mental health

By The Conversation02-05-2023 19:41

Tech-triggers are pervasive, yet seemingly innocuous because we’ve learned to click them away or compartmentalize their effects.

Desiigner has been charged with indecent exposure after masturbating during a flight. Images via Twitter: @desiigner
Celeb News

US rapper Desiigner charged after masturbating on flight

By Marilynn Manuel25-04-2023 09:58

‘Panda’ hitmaker Desiigner blamed his poor mental health after he was charged with indecent exposure for masturbating on a plane.

copenhagen mental health
Lifestyle

Europe’s top cities for mental well-being

By Lorne Philpot22-04-2023 23:31

Here is a list of destinations in Europe known for peace of mind and which offer their residents a high level of mental well-being.

Hopelessness is a primary reason Black adults consider suicide
Health and Fitness

Hopelessness is a primary reason Black adults consider suicide

By The Conversation21-04-2023 16:11

Health Disparities has found that feeling hopeless about the future is one of the primary reasons Black young adults consider suicide.

house plants-mental health
Health and Fitness

Houseplants can boost your mental health: How to pick the right one

By The Conversation11-04-2023 14:39

Houseplants are an easy way of connecting with nature. Indoor plants have several mental and physical health benefits.

Extra food assistance cushioned the early pandemic’s blow on kids
World News

Extra food assistance cushioned the early pandemic’s blow on kids

By The Conversation28-03-2023 16:07

A recent study has found that low-income children who were part of SNAP did not experience a decline in their emotional and mental health.

Study shows COVID pandemic worsened mental health
Health and Fitness

Study shows COVID pandemic worsened mental health

By The Conversation28-03-2023 10:53

More than a million people in England are waiting for mental health support due to soaring demand exacerbated by the pandemic.

Students’ mental health is a big issue for schools
Health and Fitness

Students’ mental health is a big issue for schools

By The Conversation28-03-2023 10:26

Schools are a crucial setting to address mental health issues among young people, given the high prevalence of mental illness.

How the climate crisis is affecting mental health
Health and Fitness

How the climate crisis is affecting mental health

By The Conversation28-03-2023 09:49

As the climate crisis worsens, more and more people are experiencing what is commonly known as “climate anxiety”.

Taking intellectual disability awareness month to the finish line
Cape Town

Taking intellectual disability awareness month to the finish line

By Ground Up27-03-2023 16:34

The annual Trolley Race was held on March 22nd in support of Intellectual Disability Awareness Month in Cape Town.

Men
News

Men walk from Polokwane to Pretoria to Help males SPEAKOUT

By Siso Naile26-03-2023 11:32

The group of men is tackling this gruelling journey to urge male individuals to open up and SPEAKOUT, and avoid dying in silence.

financial stress
Business & Finance

Financial stress and mental health: Five things that can help

By The Conversation17-03-2023 14:41

Financial stress is increasing and, understandably, is causing some distress. Here’s five things that can help

Why St David’s advice is good for your mental health
Health and Fitness

Why St David’s advice is good for your mental health

By The Conversation01-03-2023 15:48

Doing the little things certainly is important when we consider our mental health, and it can make a difference in preventing ill health.

mental health
Health and Fitness

How to help teen girls’ mental health struggles: Six strategies

By The Conversation23-02-2023 16:23

It’s a well-established fact that children’s and teens’ mental health took a hit during the pandemic. Here’s six research based strategies

Ricky Rick
Celeb News

Remembering Riky Rick and his battle with depression [watch]

By Marilynn Manuel23-02-2023 11:51

It’s been an entire year since Riky Rick committed suicide. Before his death, the rapper spoke candidly about his struggle with depression.

Psychologist recommendation: Four habits of happy people
Health and Fitness

Psychologist’s recommendations: Four habits of happy people

By The Conversation21-02-2023 10:44

Four good habits recommended by a psychologist to help individuals stay happy and to improve self-mental health.

Jimmy Nevis, Things We Don't Talk About, album
Music

Jimmy Nevis on being licked on stage and his upcoming tour

By Mariette van Niekerk18-02-2023 09:43

Jimmy Nevis is back and more himself than ever. He talks about being licked on stage, his quest for ‘authenticity,’ and his upcoming tour.

Hillbrow Police statio
Johannesburg

Security guard shoots himself in Hillbrow police station

By Keliah Daniels09-02-2023 13:02

Police spokesperson Lieutenant-Colonel Mavela Masondo said they have opened an inquest docket for investigation after Mandla shot himself.

man getting rescued
News

Man rescued after a suicide attempt at Virgin Active building

By Keliah Daniels06-02-2023 13:02

According to Tshwane EMS spokesperson Charles Mabaso, the man attempting suicide is believed to have been under the influence of narcotics

voices
KwaZulu-Natal

Man commits SUICIDE in KwaZulu-Natal after hearing voices

By Michelle Swart06-02-2023 12:01

A man committed suicide in KwaZulu-Natal after he reportedly heard voices; his body found after he fled into a dense bush

Mental health
Health and Fitness

Mental health: it’s not always good to talk

By The Conversation20-01-2023 09:26

Countless campaigns have drilled into us that silence is harmful and that we should try to break it. Here is why talking is not always good.

Laughter is important for good mental health
Health and Fitness

Pursuit of happiness: Top mentalist explains power of laughter

By Mariette van Niekerk04-12-2022 12:06

Laughter is more important for mental health than you might think. Larry Soffer, who has performed for the likes of Beyonce, explains why.

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