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2022-11 - Mental health in SA is at shocking levels but …

(6 days ago) “Our study shows that 25.7% of South Africans are probably depressed, with more than a quarter of respondents reporting moderate to severe symptoms of depression,” says Craig. But the prevalence of mental illness was different across all nine provinces, with higher rates in the Northern Cape, Eastern … See more

https://www.wits.ac.za/news/latest-news/research-news/2022/2022-11/mental-health-in-sa-is-at-shocking-levels-but-people-are-not-seeking-help-.html

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South African Federation For Mental Health - Mental …

(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 care is a human right and strive to make this happen through our advocacy and awareness.

https://www.safmh.org/

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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 mental health promotion, prevention, care, treatment and rehabilitation for all in South Africa by 2030’. 12 The intervention pyramid for the organisation of services is the same

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

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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 South Africa U-Report poll. The findings show a 15 per cent reduction from a similar poll last year but little change among the 15-24-year-old age group, of whom 70 per cent still …

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

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National Mental Health Policy Framework and …

(5 days ago) WebThe National Mental Health Policy Framework and Strategic Plan 2023-2030 is a reflection of South Africa’s commitment to further strengthen evidence-based mental health services. It follows on the National Mental Health Policy Framework and Strategic Plan 2013-2020 that was developed through an extensive consultation process with a wide …

https://www.health.gov.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/National-Mental-Health-Policy-framework-and-strategic-Plan-2023-2030.pdf

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Mental health and COVID-19 in South Africa - SAGE …

(3 days ago) WebCOVID-19 has had a significant impact on mental health (A. W. Kim et al., 2020; Naidu, 2020; Pillay & Barnes, 2020).A. W. Kim et al. (2020) in their recent study of the mental health impact of COVID-19 on South Africans living in Soweto, found that adults who had experienced childhood trauma and other related adversities, were at higher risk …

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/00812463211001543

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65 per cent of young people with mental health related …

(4 days ago) WebPRETORIA, 5 October 2021 – Some 65 per cent of young people stated that they had some form of a mental health issue but did not seek help, according to findings from the latest UNICEF South Africa U-Report …

https://www.unicef.org/southafrica/press-releases/65-cent-young-people-mental-health-related-issues-did-not-seek-help-unicef

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60 per cent of youth needed mental health support over …

(6 days ago) WebUNICEF/UNI433458/Getty Images. PRETORIA, 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 South Africa U-Report poll. The findings show a 15 per cent reduction from a similar poll last year but little change among the 15-24-year-old age …

https://www.unicef.org/southafrica/press-releases/60-cent-youth-needed-mental-health-support-over-past-year-u-report

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How the pandemic lockdown in South Africa affected …

(9 days ago) WebDuring this “hard lockdown”, many people in South Africa really struggled. Not only did they have financial difficulties but the lockdown took an emotional and mental toll. The common themes

https://theconversation.com/how-the-pandemic-lockdown-in-south-africa-affected-mental-health-188245

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High mental health burden for Africa’s youth - Nature

(Just Now) WebClaire van der Westhuizen, from the Alan J Flisher Centre for Public Mental Health in the University of Cape Town, South Africa, says the paper highlights the scarcity and limited geographical

https://www.nature.com/articles/d44148-021-00097-y

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A reflection of the current status of the mental healthcare system …

(7 days ago) WebHowever, in South Africa, only 7.9% of the total mental healthcare budget is allocated to outpatient services at primary care, including community care ( Docrat et al., 2019 ). Generally, public PHC is provided utilizing a nurse-based, doctor-supported approach at the 3472 PHC facilities (see Table 3) in the country.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666560323000622

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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 South Africa, but is a worldwide phenomenon and is found in almost all countries. This means that a global movement is urgently needed. The Lancet Commission Report on

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

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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 experiencing trauma, injury, violence as well

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 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 strategy. Many factors including violence, communicable disease, and urbanisation have increased the prevalence of mental disorders in the country. The way in which these mental …

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

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[South Africa] - World Health Organization

(5 days ago) WebPercentage of mental health research output in total research output within country 5.0% 46.8% The government’s total expenditure on mental hospitals as % of total government mental health expenditure [South Africa] Total population (UN official estimate):1 Total mental health expenditure per person (reported currency):

https://cdn.who.int/media/docs/default-source/mental-health/mental-health-atlas-2020-country-profiles/zaf.pdf?sfvrsn=1b337826_5&download=true

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73 per cent of youth needed mental health support over past year

(7 days ago) WebPRETORIA, 31 October 2022 – Some 73 per cent of children and youth felt they needed mental health support over the past year, of which more than half, 38 per cent, actively sought help, according to the latest UNICEF South Africa U-Report poll. The findings, released as mental health awareness month draws to a close, also showed that 67 per

https://www.unicef.org/southafrica/press-releases/73-cent-youth-needed-mental-health-support-over-past-year

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About Us - Mental Health Wellness Advocacy & Promoters - SAFMH

(4 days ago) WebSAFMH 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 care is a human right and strive to make this happen through our advocacy and awareness.

https://www.safmh.org/introduction-to-safmh/

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SA’s 92% mental health treatment gap UCT News

(1 days ago) WebThe current situation. South Africa spends 5% of the total health budget on mental health services. This is in line with the lower end of international benchmarks of the recommended amount that countries should spend on mental health. Yet, alarmingly, our study crudely estimated a treatment gap of 92%. This means that fewer than 1 in 10 …

https://www.news.uct.ac.za/article/-2019-10-10-sas-92-mental-health-treatment-gap

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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 accessible easy-to-use database of mental health professionals. Read more…. Unequal World Photo by Greg Rakozy.

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

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Is mental health in South Africa moving forward?

(Just Now) WebThe Current Health System and Mental Health. South Africa currently employs a two-tier health system. 84% of the population use the government-funded public sector, while 16% access private care.

https://www.thesouthafrican.com/lifestyle/is-mental-health-in-south-africa-moving-forward/

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Mental health and COVID-19 in South Africa - PMC

(3 days ago) WebCOVID-19 and mental health in South Africa. COVID-19 has had a significant impact on mental health (A. W. Kim et al., 2020; Naidu, 2020; Pillay & Barnes, 2020).A. W. Kim et al. (2020) in their recent study of the mental health impact of COVID-19 on South Africans living in Soweto, found that adults who had experienced childhood trauma and other …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8107260/

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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 Mental Health Policy Framework and Strategic Plan 2013-2020: DOWNLOAD: Important Contacts. 0800 012 322; Aids Helpline. 0800 567 567;

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

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Mental health among migrants in South Africa - HSRC

(1 days ago) WebPretoria, Monday 6 May 2024 – The study examines the mental health of external migrants in South Africa, a subject which has previously attracted little attention from researchers. Drawing on a unique survey covering ten township communities, the study focuses on depression as a key driver of mental health. Research results established material …

https://hsrc.ac.za/news/latest-news/mental-health-among-migrants-in-south-africa/

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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 routines, education, recreation, as well as concern for family income and health, has left many young people feeling afraid, angry depressed and anxious about the future.

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

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IJERPH Free Full-Text A Scoping Review of Mental Health - MDPI

(9 days ago) WebThe mental health of medical students is a growing concern worldwide, with studies indicating high levels of stress, anxiety, and depression among this population. In a South African context, this review aims to review the existing literature on mental health needs and challenges among medical students in South Africa. The rationale for this …

https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/21/5/593

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Why Book Bans Are Bad for Mental Health Psychology Today …

(6 days ago) WebResearch supports that book bans are bad for mental health, especially impacting: Marginalized individuals whose stories are contained in the majority of challenged books. Research shows that

https://www.psychologytoday.com/za/blog/well-read/202405/why-book-bans-are-bad-for-mental-health

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Death of pastor's wife shakes community, reported cause of death …

(2 days ago) WebMYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (TND/WPDE) — A community in South Carolina is mourning the death of a 30-year-old pastor’s wife, apparently from suicide. Mica Miller died last weekend at Lumber River State

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