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Recent research by mental health specialists suggests that certain mental illnesses, like anxiety and depression, can be selective when it comes to gender, where women tend to be more susceptible than men. Furthermore, studies like the one conducted by Shamima Saloojee – comparing the prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome in women and men with
In our post, Women and Mental Health, we touched on the effects of abuse on one’s mental wellbeing. The fact of the matter is that with abuse playing a significant role in mental health, it affects men as well as women. For example, being exposed to domestic violence places children
In today’s climate, it’s impossible to ignore the prevalence of sexual assault and its effects on the women involved. It’s a topic of extreme importance, and one that needs to be addressed on a global scale if we wish to change things. But let’s first look at the definition of
Being diagnosed with cancer is a traumatic experience. After the initial shock, many people may be overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, and uncertainty of what to expect moving forward. Questions swirling in their minds about their condition as well as what the future holds: What type of cancer do I have? Can it be treated? Is my
Acknowledging a mental health problem can be intimidating and probably one of the hardest things to do in general. This is because of the stigma and discrimination surrounding issues of mental illness. With that being said, studies have found that men in particular are losing out when it comes to getting help for mental
A mindful practice helps you reach a positive mind to live a life with the glass half full Find out how to practice mindfulness and how it may benefit your mental health: If you’ve read our previous articles about mindfulness – you may be curious about the different techniques to practice it.
On the 16th of February, two of ZwavelStream Clinic’s psychiatrists featured in an interview hosted by “Die Groot Ontbyt” a show hosted by Kyknet South Africa. In this discussion on mental health, Dr Melissa Janse van Rensburg & Dr Louis Roos spoke about the role of psychiatry and how today’s environment impacts our mental health. Before we tell
Women are twice as likely to develop depression as men, and it can occur at any given age In this article, we discuss how employers and co-workers can support each other’s mental well-being in the workplace. The pandemic has played a major role in employees’ mental well-being. A report by McKinsey’s Center
In a previous article we touched on the relationship between physical health and mental illness, shedding some light on how each has the ability to influence the other. In this article we take a closer look at how regular exercise can be a positive impact on mental health problems. Studies have shown over and
Having good mental health goes beyond the lack of any distinctive mental illness. In fact, in one of our previous posts, we discussed the importance of lifestyle when it comes to dealing with everyday stress in healthy ways. The main purpose of this is to protect your mental state and avoid
Have you ever wondered how your daily habits could be affecting your mental health? Marcus Aurelius stated, “You have the power over your mind – Not outside events. Realise this, and you will find strength.” *Amanda (not her real name) struggles most nights to fall asleep. She wakes up several
In a previous article, we discussed the increasing prevalence of mental health in South Africa, along with the country’s seeming ignorance regarding the seriousness of the situation. With priority taking the front of what is considered more pressing issues, like physical health, poverty, and crime. Our government is finding itself on the back
Everyone experiences sadness at some point in their lives Occasionally, this feeling disappears on its own. Some people experience this persistent emptiness, unhappiness, and hopelessness regularly. A change in mood or difficulty completing daily tasks in the last few weeks may indicate Depression. Many people experience Depression. Depression can cause mild to
Trauma Explained Trauma is defined as being a psychological state that occurs after experiencing or witnessing a particularly distressing event. It’s a psychological wound that lingers long after the distress that caused it has passed, and can affect anyone no matter their age, gender, race, or financial status. When this
Mental health leaders are integral to the transformation of the field because these specialists are better equipped to advocate for their patients than other mental health professionals who have not undergone leadership training. Leaders are professionals who are senior in their field, with substantial experience in areas like public health,
Social media has become a major part of most of our lives and it only seems to be growing, becoming one of the preferred ways of communication. Various platforms have become very popular, considering that 3.2 billion people use social media around the world. This number will increase in years
These two terms although very similar have very different meanings and implications. A woman naturally undergoes emotional changes after she has given birth, which is a mild form of depression or ‘baby blues’ as it is also called. The mother will experience changes in her body as her hormones and
We’ve been saying it for decades – awareness, diversity, representation – and over the past two years it seems TV and film finally started paying attention. And we’re here for it. The growing exposure of mental illness on screen has led to the slow but sure chipping away at all
Recent years have shown a significant increase in the number of mental illness cases around the world. A statistic that has left many developing countries, like South Africa, struggling to properly address the problem in terms of the allocation of resources and funds, availability of government support, legislation, and public
When talking about environment, reference is being made to where an individual finds themselves, like at work or at home. Environment is significant when considering mental health problems, because it can be a major source of stress and anxiety. Since most people have homes, jobs, and relationships, it’s not so much that these
Because the end of June marks SANCA’s Drug Awareness Week, we’ve decided to take a closer look at substance abuse in relation to mental health. In our post about dual diagnosis we explored how people suffering from a mental illness develops a substance abuse problem as a result of that mental
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