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The Impact of Bullying on Mental Health: Breaking the Silence
October is National Bullying Prevention Month in South Africa - a time to confront a painful truth many prefer to ignore. Bullying is not “just part of growing up.” It’s a deep, lasting wound that can damage mental health, stunt emotional growth, and leave victims...
Suicide Warning: Handling Grief
September was Suicide Prevention Month in South Africa, a time to shine a light on the urgent need for awareness, compassion, and support for those affected by suicide. Throughout the month, we focused on recognising suicide warning signs and how to support loved ones...
Suicide Warning: How to Support a Loved One in Crisis
If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, please reach out immediately to a mental health professional, call the South African Suicide Crisis Line at 0800 567 567, or contact emergency services at 10177. When someone we care about is struggling with...
Suicide Warning: Recognising the Signs
September is Suicide Prevention Month here in South Africa, a time to raise awareness, break the silence, and remind ourselves that every life matters. Suicide is often surrounded by stigma and misunderstanding, yet recognising the signs early can be the key to saving...
Understanding Trauma Bonding
Trauma bonding is a powerful and often misunderstood psychological pattern that keeps people stuck in toxic or abusive relationships. At its core, trauma bonding occurs when intense emotional experiences—such as fear, manipulation, and intermittent affection—create a...
9 Strategies for Reclaiming Self-Identity After Divorce
As someone who has walked this path both professionally and personally, I understand the profound disorientation that comes with divorce. After my own marriage ended, I found myself staring in the mirror asking, "Who am I now?" This question launched me on a journey...






