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Good social media experiences don't outweigh bad ones for young adults
Researchers found that each 10% increase in a student’s negative experiences on social media was associated with a 20% increase in the odds of depressive symptoms.
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Lady Gaga urges people to have 'real, honest conversations' on mental health
The 32-year-old musician admits she felt better once she had someone to confide in, and says keeping her battle to herself only made her problems worse.
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[OPINION] Why predicting suicide is a difficult and complex challenge
The news of the recent suicides of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain was disturbing. Why is it so hard to know who might commit suicide?
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[PODCAST SERIES] Lying in State: The Life Esidimeni Tragedy - The Decision
Journalist Masego Rahlaga introduces you to the first of six episodes of a series in which Eyewitness News goes inside the truth of the Life Esidimeni tragedy.
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[OPINION] The problem with accusing Kanye West of mental illness
Haji Mohamed Dawjee says while it’s an easy conclusion to jump to in age of addiction to pathologising behaviour and opinion, the accusations remain unethical.
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Royal wedding obsession - fun can deepen to mental health problem
Mental health concerns have been raised by some fans’ deep fascination with the UK royal family.
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Dwayne Johnson urges people to open up about mental health
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson has urged everyone - especially men - to "not be afraid to open up" about struggles with depression, adding that it's something that "never discriminates".
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Here's why anticipating something might make you happier than the actual event
Anticipation, savouring the wait, developing the potential of a forthcoming event like this sits within an area of research collectively known as 'the psychology of happiness'.
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More than a pass: The pressures of breaking the cycle of poverty
Clinical Psychologist Zamo Mbele says the pressures are not just limited to high school learners, but students at tertiary institutions are under immense pressure to perform well academically.
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[WATCH] Tears as Dr Selebano apologises to families of Esidimeni victims
Emotional scenes have played out at the Life Esidimeni arbitration hearings where families of the victims and retired deputy chief justice Dikgang Moseneke have broken down in tears during an apology by Dr Barney Selebano.
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SAHRC hearings reveal skills shortage in mental healthcare sector
Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi requested the commission to investigate the sector after the Life Esidimeni tragedy.
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[WATCH] Trump: Texas church shooting a mental health problem
While speaking at a joint press conference in Tokyo, US President Donald Trump commented on the deadly church shooting in Texas, saying mental health was to blame, not guns.
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Depression tied to shorter lifespan
Depression was associated with an increased risk of premature death in every decade of the study for men, and starting in the 1990s for women.
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How to keep your brain young
A look at the research around preserving our brain health and keeping mentally active.
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Selena Gomez wants to raise awareness of mental health
Gomez wants to raise awareness of mental health issues and is thrilled new Hollywood movie 'Good Time' has a 'mental aspect' to it as she admits it 'struck' a chord with her.
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Former Bok opens up about the realities of adjusting to life after stardom
Former Springbok and Sarla CEO Stefan Terblanche provides insights into the journey of life post sports stardom.
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Web searches about suicide spike after ‘13 Reasons Why’ released
Google search volumes for queries about suicide were 19% higher than expected in the 19 days following the show’s release.
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With mental health problems, fitness is tied to reduced risk of death
Mental health conditions cost the US about $2.5 trillion in 2010 and are projected to cost the country $6 trillion by 2030.
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[ANALYSIS] Study aims to unpack mental health issues facing university students
In South Africa, research suggests that as many as 12% of university students experience anything from moderate to severe symptoms of depression.
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Adults who were preemies may face more mental health risks
Researchers examined data from previously published studies of mental health in 747 adults who were underweight preemies.
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[OPINION] Esidimeni: South Africa, have you lost your mind?
Haji Mohamed Dawjee hits back at the continued stigmatisation of the mentally ill.
