South Africa Mental Health Resources

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South African Federation For Mental Health - Mental Wellness …

(2 days ago) WebThe SA Federation for Mental Health is a mental health-focused, human rights organisation, with a 100-year track record of advocacy in South Africa. SAFMH is a South African-based non-profit organisation. We believe access to quality mental health …

https://www.safmh.org/

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South African Depression and Anxiety Group

(2 days ago) Web0800 006 333. 8AM-8PM TOLL-FREE HELPLINES. Dr Reddy’s Mental Health Helpline. 0800 21 22 23. Adcock Ingram Depression & Anxiety Helpline. 0800 70 80 90. ADHD …

https://www.sadag.org/

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Mental health system costs, resources and constraints in South …

(1 days ago) WebWe conducted a national survey to quantify public expenditure on mental health and evaluate the constraints of the South African mental health system. The …

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31544948/

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Mental Health Information Centre of Southern Africa

(4 days ago) WebThe Mental Health Information Centre of Southern Africa strives to assist the South African public and professionals with up-to-date mental health information as well as an …

https://www.mentalhealthsa.org.za/

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Welcome - MASIVIWE - a movement for mental health

(4 days ago) WebMasiviwe: Let’s be heard, is a movement to bring about better mental health care for all. Let’s make our voices heard. Let’s support each other, fight for better access to services …

https://masiviwe.org.za/

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#OnMyMind: Better mental health for every child in South Africa

(9 days ago) WebA U-Report South Africa poll in 2022 found that some 73 per cent of children and young people felt they needed mental health support in 2022. The disruption to young people’s …

https://www.unicef.org/southafrica/onmymind-better-mental-health-every-child-south-africa

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Mental health care in South Africa - Wikipedia

(4 days ago) WebMental illness is very prevalent in South Africa, yet the country lacks many of the necessary resources and policies needed to execute an effective mental health …

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mental_health_care_in_South_Africa

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Mental health UNICEF South Africa

(5 days ago) WebPRETORIA, 09 October 2023 – Some 60 per cent of children and youth felt they needed mental health support over the past year, according to the latest UNICEF …

https://www.unicef.org/southafrica/topics/mental-health

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Mental Health MSF Southern Africa

(6 days ago) WebPeople may feel stressed or anxious due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. Our teams can provide mental health and psychosocial support through group sessions or individual consultations.

https://www.msf.org.za/mental-health

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Why South Africa is failing mental health patients and what can be …

(4 days ago) WebSouth Africa is no exception. Developing countries have unique challenges which either lead to or worsen mental health disorders. These include people …

https://theconversation.com/why-south-africa-is-failing-mental-health-patients-and-what-can-be-done-about-it-66445

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Mental Health – National Department of Health

(Just Now) WebMental Health - General Resources. Published Health Sector Drug Master Plan 2019/2025: DOWNLOAD: Mental Health Care Act No. 7 of 2002: DOWNLOAD: National …

https://www.health.gov.za/mental-health/

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State of mental health and illness in South Africa - SAGE …

(1 days ago) WebThe situation of mental health in South Africa is troubling and urgent action is needed. This lack of access to, as well as quality of, mental health services, is not unique to …

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/0081246319857527

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Schools can be a great resource for mental health in South Africa

(Just Now) WebSchools and educational institutions are therefore a precious resource for mental health. In the chapter we contributed to the 2021/22 South African Child Gauge, …

https://theconversation.com/schools-can-be-a-great-resource-for-mental-health-in-south-africa-186410

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NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH POLICY FRAMEWORK AND …

(5 days ago) Webof the Republic of South Africa. The Mental Health Policy and Strategic Plan 2013-2020 is the culmination of a number of processes and activities that were undertaken over time. …

https://www.safmh.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/National-Mental-Health-Policy-Framework-2013-2020.pdf

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Is mental health in South Africa moving forward? - PMC

(4 days ago) WebThe National Mental Health Policy Framework and Strategic Plan 2023–2030 (the policy) has an ambitious vision to achieve ‘comprehensive, high quality, integrated …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10803769/

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South Africa helplines and hotlines

(8 days ago) WebIn South Africa, there are 13 hotlines and helplines that support with a range of topics. The first helpline was set up in 1953. Today, there are over 2,000 helplines supporting with a …

https://findahelpline.com/za

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Mind the gap: South Africa’s mental health burden

(8 days ago) Web2010). However, the development of any such community-based services in South Africa has been slow and mental healthcare remains largely centred around hospitals (Docrat …

https://bhfglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Mind-the-gap-mental-health-20220310.pdf

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Mental health implications of suicide rates in South Africa

(4 days ago) WebMental health in South Africa. Mental health disorder is a severe problem in South Africa. Mental illnesses such as depression, anxiety disorders, mood …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10731174/

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Health & Mental Health Services - UNHCR South Africa

(1 days ago) WebMental Health Information Line: 0800 567 567. Children’s Cancer Helpline: 0800 333 0555. National Health System Ethics Line: 0800 20 14 144 14. Scalabrini Centre of Cape …

https://help.unhcr.org/southafrica/get-help/health/

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Celebrate, remember and reframe: the therapy sessions healing …

(Just Now) WebWith fewer than one psychologist for every 100,000 people, mental health support at state clinics focuses on the most acute conditions. “If we talk about day-to-day …

https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/article/2024/may/14/south-africa-women-mental-health-phola-trauma-therapy-healing-counselling

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Mental health in general is not fully recognised in SA - News24

(3 days ago) WebMental health is not fully recognised in South Africa's healthcare system and this can be seen in services in general, according to experts. They say stigma is …

https://www.news24.com/news24/SouthAfrica/News/mental-health-in-general-is-not-fully-recognised-in-sa-healthcare-experts-say-20210414

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SA’s new mental health plan and the problem of stigma

(2 days ago) WebAccording to South Africa’s new National Mental Health Policy Framework and Strategic Plan 2023-2030 (the mental health framework), the country has less than one …

https://www.msn.com/en-za/news/other/sa-s-new-mental-health-plan-and-the-problem-of-stigma/ar-AA1eKLst

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Mental Health Education Opens Opportunities in South Africa

(Just Now) WebMental health is a critical element in successful learning, but too often overlooked. Advancing mental health in the learning environment, United Way's …

https://www.unitedway.org/blog/mental-health-education-opens-opportunities-in-south-africa

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What benefits does my medical scheme offer for mental health?

(4 days ago) WebBoth government and private mental health professionals and facilities are in high demand in South Africa, making it extremely difficult to access care in public …

https://www.news24.com/fin24/money/what-benefits-does-my-medical-scheme-offer-for-mental-health-20240526

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Economic inequalities lead to increased depression and anxiety

(4 days ago) WebEconomic inequalities in South Africa are becoming a major determinant of mental health, with poverty; poor living conditions; limited access to healthcare and …

https://mg.co.za/thought-leader/opinion/2024-05-20-economic-inequalities-lead-to-increased-depression-and-anxiety/

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Why Mental Health Awareness Month Matters Psychology Today …

(9 days ago) WebKey Substance Use and Mental Health Indicators in the United States: Results from the 2020 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (Rockville, MD: Center …

https://www.psychologytoday.com/za/blog/the-high-functioning-alcoholic/202405/why-mental-health-awareness-month-matters

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Injuries and /or trauma due to sexual gender-based violence …

(8 days ago) WebSexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) is a prevalent issue in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), causing injuries and trauma with severe consequences for …

https://archpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s13690-024-01307-3

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