If you are worried about a friend or loved one who is struggling to cope and experiencing suicidal ideation please call 0800 456 789, sms 31393 or visit . You are not alone. There is always help!
SADAG is heartbroken to hear of the passing of our beloved Dr Sindi van Zyl this morning. Our deepest condolences and love to her husband, her beautiful children, her family, friends and colleagues. She was an incredible force for good, with a good heart and generous spirit. ⬇️
@pmcafrica
@dineomdhluli_
We have reached out to her and a counsellor is speaking to her now. If anyone is in need of assistance they can call our 24 hour helplines on 0800456789 or 0800121314 and a counsellor will do their best to help.
@Ntabs5
@Khethel32307484
We have reached out to her and waiting for her number so we can call her. We have Counsellors on standby the whole night to offer help... Please encourage her to reach out on 0800 456 789
@SIR_TRILLSA
Hi Sir Trill, it is horrible that you are feeling the way that you do right now, we would really like to support you, please can I urge you to DM us and so we can have a chat 🙏
SADAG are Debunking Suicide Myths. Many people living with a Mental Illness experience stigma on a daily basis which makes it even harder to talk about, especially the widespread stigma of Suicide. If you or a loved one needs help, call 0800 21 22 23.
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay
Miss SA 2020
@abigailmusida
launches her online mental health initiative
#MindfulMondays
hosted in conjunction with SADAG, launches on Shudu’s Instagram platform
@shudufhadzomusida
on Monday, February 8, at 19h00. Click here to learn more now -
@Regi_Maeco
Hi there, You are not alone. We want to help. Please reach out and call our toll free helpline number 0800 456 789. Alternatively, please DM us your contact details and we will call you back.
@SiphosihleSinqe
Hi there, we are sorry to hear that you are going through a difficult time. We want to help you! You are not alone! Please SMS 31393 and someone will call you back - Its open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
@Maneo_Makuta
So sorry to hear about the experience - we are very worried about you and want to help. Can we please speak to you to find out more info so that we can refer you to the right places of reporting?
@MrBitey1
Hi there, we want to help your mom. Please call 0800 456 789 to speak to a counsellor or Dm us your details so we can call you back. You are not alone.
@JacksonMthembu_
SADAG run the country's only Suicide Crisis Helpline - 0800 567 567. If you, a friend or family member is struggling to cope, call SADAG on 0800 567 567 or 0800 456 789 and a counsellor can provide you with free resources, crisis intervention and access to nearby support groups.
Dont miss tonight's launch of Miss SA's
#MindfulMondays
in partnership with SADAG. Join the InstaLIVE with SADAG Board Member & Clinical Psychologist, Zamo Mbele, tackling Mental Health at 7pm. Follow
@shudufhadzomusida
on Instagram now -
@l
@abigailmusida
@Carol93928499
Hi there, we want to help you. Please call 0800 456 789 to speak to a counsellor or dm us your number and we will call you. You are not alone! It's okay not to be okay.
@KNaomi_N
We understand that it was not your intention to hurt or offend anyone. It highlights the need to talk about mental health more openly. Perhaps we can work together and meet to discuss how to tackle stigma and mental health.
#MentalHealthMatters
@Green_Greenly
@Glen_Motete
We have reached out and sent DM's. ..we need his number so we can call and help. Please encourage him to get help or to reach out to us. Thanks for caring about him to follow up!
@BUNNIECHOCO
Please call us... We want to help you!! Please call 0800 456 789 or 0800 567 567 or 0800 70 80 90 or Sms 31393 and we will call you back... There is always help!
It’s
#WorldMentalHealthDay
& the theme is ‘Preventing Suicide’. Did you know that every 40 seconds someone in the world loses their life to suicide. Every 40 seconds, a family is devastated by the loss of their loved one to suicide.
#WOKEforSuicidePrevention
@Dteeflame
Hi Denzel, it sounds like you are struggling to cope. Please call 0800 456 789 to speak to a counsellor or dm us your number and we will call you back. You are not alone.
@Liyo_Gee
We want to help you...please sms 31393 and we will call you back and help you. You are not alone! If you would like to speak to a counsellor please call 0800 456 789. There is help!
Self-care isn't selfish. You can be kind and compassionate and still set healthy boundaries to protect your Mental Health. Keep these practical tips handy to practice setting boundaries over the holidays. Be kind to your mind.
#MentalHealthMatters
A Soweto-based tattoo shop
@sowetoiink
offered free tattoos to individuals who wanted to cover up self-harm scars.
Click here to read more in
@News24
about this great initiative:
#MentalHealthMatters
@RobForbesDJ
There are no words...we are so deeply sorry for your tragic loss! We are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Please look after yourselves during this time. Reach out if we can offer any support or help.
Today is
#WorldMentalHealthDay
SADAG have received over 466 400 calls since January, with 1 in every 5 calls being a Suicide related issue. We are continuing to see an increase in the number of calls to our Helplines each and every day, with 1800 – 2200 incoming calls per day.
💛💛 It’s World Suicide Prevention Day & today we commemorated this day globally, and this year the international theme is “Creating Hope Through Action.” Click here to learn more about how you can create hope through action today - 💛💛
#WSPD2021
@PridieMakoya
@Khethel32307484
@SaneleW2
We really want to help... Please DM us your number or call us asap on 0800 456 789 or Sms 31393 and we will call you back. You are not alone! There is help!
💜Happy International Day of Happiness! 💜 We would like to encourage everyone to acknowledge the relevance of happiness and well-being as a goal and aspirations in your life and the lives of people around you. Remember to Be Kind.
#mentalhealthmatters
#InternationalHappinessDay
In a time of social distancing, self isolation, rising anxiety, stress surrounding the news & updates on COVID-19 – more people feel anxious, scared & overwhelmed. If you are struggling to cope, call our toll free helpline on 0800 456 789.
#MondayMotivation
#ItsOkayNotToBeOkay
There is always help available. If you or a loved one are struggling to cope, please call 0800 456 789 or sms 31393 and we will call you back. You are not alone.
#MentalHealthMatters
#Trauma
#MondayMotivation
Are you worried about your loved one? Take the time to learn how to help someone with Depression. You could support someone today.
#MondayMotivation
#Depression
Today marks the start of Teen Suicide Prevention Week and SADAG are sharing helpful information about Teen Suicide Prevention daily. If you or a loved one needs help, call 0800 456 789 to speak to a counsellor. You are not alone.
#TeenSuicidePreventionWeek
#MondayMotivation
#TSPW
Day 1 of the counsellor training has begun. We are very excited to train up new counsellors and teach them more about Mental Health and Suicide prevention.
#MentalHealthMatters
#CounsellorTraining
Learn more about the warning signs of someone’s Depression setting in. You could help a friend, loved one or colleague. Call 0800 567 567 to speak to a counsellor today.
#depression
#mentalhealthmatters
@abigailmusida
ATTENTION! We are excited to be launching a NEW FREE "Mental Health Support Group for job seekers & employees" (for young adults 18 -35 years) on Thursday, 20 January via Google Meet at 7pm. For more info & to RSVP contact the Support Group Leader Nombulelo on 073 925 4387
Sometimes we have hard days where everything feels as though it’s too much, too difficult and too overwhelming. Take a moment and check the reminders for a hard day. You aren’t the only one having a hard day.
#mentalhealthmatters
#hardday
#youarenotalone
🙌🏼Mindful Mondays are Back🙌🏼
@abigailmusida
, is back with her
#MindfulMonday
conversations. Starting TODAY Shudu will be speaking to Psychiatrist & SADAG Board Member, Dr Mashadi Motlana, talking about Mental Health is more important than ever - Join the InstaLIVE tonight 7pm.
“It’s time we come together and stand up for those who have been silenced by stigma. Mental illness doesn’t make you lesser than anyone. Let’s stand together.” - Hannah Blum. Leave a ❤️ for the ones who’ve been silenced.
#mondaymotivation
#mentalhealthmatters
It’s
#selfcaresunday
💜
Self-care is anything you do to take care of yourself so you can stay physically, mentally, and emotionally well. Its benefits are better physical, mental, and emotional health and well-being.
Take a look below to learn more.
#MentalHealthMatters
Mental Health Discrimination and Stigma in the Workplace. Join the LIVE
#MindfulMonday
Q&A tonight at 7pm as Shudufhadzo and Counselling Psychologist Nkateko Ndala - Magoro unpack more about Mental Health in Workplace.
#mentalhealthmatters
@abigailmusida
Many of us overthink when it comes to Mental Health Achievements. Most of the time it’s as simple as getting out of bed.
Although these achievements may seem small to some, it’s often massive progress in someone’s journey to better their Mental Health.
#mondaymotivation
Today is
#WorldSuicidePreventionDay
& we have received calls every day from people who feel helpless, hopeless & in need of urgent crisis intervention. Over 145 334 people have reached out to our call centre since Jan 2019. Over 40 000 of these people called our Suicide Helpline.
Thank you
@Radio702
team for talking about mental health and depression this afternoon and for being brave about sharing your own stories! These are the important discussions that need to happen to break the stigma.
#WOKEforsuicideprevention
#WorldMentalHealthDaySA