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The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) is SA’s largest Mental Health Advocacy Group. Call 0800 21 22 23 or 0800 456 789 (24Hrs)

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@TheSADAG
SADAG
5 years
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!
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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. ⬇️
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@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.
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Miss SA 2020 Shudufhadzo Musida has continued her journey to Making Mental Health Matter as she departed to Puerto Rico to compete in the 70th Miss World pageant. Good Luck @abigailmusida ! We wish you well 🙏🏾 @MissWorldLtd #MentalHealthMatters #mentalhealthforall
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@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
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6 years
Never give up on someone with a Mental Illness. When “I” is replaced by “We”, Illness becomes Wellness. - Shannon L. Alder #MondayMotivation #MentalHealthMatters #Depression #Symptoms #Morethanmyillness
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@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 🙏
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@Aretha_Blanke Please check your DMs. We want to help you 🙏🏼
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Meghan Markle reveals miscarriage – “Losing a child means carrying an almost unbearable grief, experienced by many but talked about by few. “. Read more in an article by @all4women . #griefsupport #mentalhealthmatters #miscarriageawareness
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@abigailmusida We would be honored to work with you. Let’s make Mental Health Matter everyday in SA. 💪🏼 #MentalHealthAwareness #mentalhealthforall #MissSouthAfrica2020 #MissSA #MentalHealthMatters
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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
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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 -
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@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.
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Look at this week's @postsecret which includes postcards on depression, suicide & bipolar #postsecret #HaveHope http://t.co/W8sfcIrck7
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@Die_Grootman Please DM us your details. We really want to help you. You are not alone.
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@Babalwa__G We want to help you. Please call our tollfree helpline on 0800 456 789. You are not alone.
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@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.
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We encourage you to start a conversation about Mental Health today. Learn more about what to say and what not to say. Remind your friends, family members or loved one’s that they are not alone. #MondayMotivation #MentalHealthMatters #StartToday #RealConvo
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“How #BonganiMayosi 's death made me disclose my own depression battle". Read more about Dr Fundile Nyati as he opens up about his battles with depression at @IOL #MentalHealthMatters #Depression #DrsDisclose
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@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?
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@CharlotteMavim1 @KNaomi_N @MasekoValencia @AdvocacySAMHAM @HRC @HealthZA @Official_SABC1 You're right, Bipolar Disorder is a real medical illness just like Diabetes and Hypertension. No one says "I hate Diabetic people". We need less hate around mental illness and more understanding and acceptance #MentalHealthMatters
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@Glen_Motete We really want to help you, please DM us your number and we will call you to help. There is always help!
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@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.
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@Nghilazi_TM @ingagubeka We have reached out to him ♥️🙏
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@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.
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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
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@_Katlego___ Please DM us. We really want to help. You are not alone.
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@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.
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@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
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@sisi_dlamini @PridieMakoya @Khethel32307484 @SaneleW2 A Counsellor has called her and helped her, will continue to follow up. Thanks to everyone for caring 🤗
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@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!
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@akreana_ @dineomdhluli_ We have DM'd her and we are awaiting a contact number to call her on.
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@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!
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SADAG Board Member, Dr Sindi Van Zyl discusses Teen Suicide Prevention and how parents can start the conversation of Depression and Suicide Prevention with their Teens. #CounsellorMeeting #TeenSuicidePrevention @sindivanzyl
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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
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@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.
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@postsecret Love this postcard - perfect for Teen Suicide Prevention Week - there's always help! #TSPW #teensuicide http://t.co/v1nMNxwhh1
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Congratulations @abigailmusida for being crowned the new #MissSouthAfrica2020 . 🎉Thank you for highlighting the importance of Mental Health and helping us Make Mental Health Matter. #MissSA2020 #MissSouthAfrica2020 #MentalHealthAwareness #mentalhealthforall
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@mphoml @dineomdhluli_ Thanks for encouraging her...we speaking to her now
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@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!
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@SIR_TRILLSA Please DM us your details so we can help you as soon as possible 🙏🏽
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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
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Please help us wish one of our counselors good luck for her marathon tomorrow. We are proud and behind you Nkhesani 💕💕💕🌻
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SADAG celebrate today, World Mental Health Day. The theme is Youth and Mental Health. Help us make EVERYDAY World Mental Health Day. #WorldMentalHealthDay #WhatIf #10October2018
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@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.
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It’s #mindfulmonday and tonight Shudufhadzo focuses on Trauma and PTSD with Counselling Psychologist Reabetsoe Buys. Don’t miss it. #mentalhealthmatters #trauma #ptsd @abigailmusida
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@pretty_ivannah We want to help you... Please DM us your details and we will call you or call our 24 hour Helpline 0800 456 789... You are not alone!!
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Remember to start the conversation and talk about Mental Health. Your Mental Health Matters. #MondayMotivation #MentalHealthMatters
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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.
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@Karabo_Mokgoko @Belinda_siri We have replied to her... Hoping she contacts us or replies so we can help her. Thanks for looking our for her!!
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💛💛 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
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@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!
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#ThingsMyParentsDontKnowAboutMe if anyone is feeling depressed, stressed or suicidal - there is always help! Please call SADAG on 0800 21 22 23 or 0800 41 42 43... We want to help! #HaveHope #SADAGcares
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Never give up on someone with a mental illness. When the “I” is replaced by “we” , Illness becomes wellness. #MentalHealthMatters #MondayMotivation #Support #Stopstigma
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💜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
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Join the discussion tonight at 7PM on Anxiety tonight with @abigailmusida as @AyandaThabethe_ shares her experience with Anxiety and Clinical Psychologist, Dessy Tzoneva shares her expert opinion on the topic. #MentalHealthMatters #MindfulMondays #anxiety
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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
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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
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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
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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
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5 reminders to get you through your Monday. 💖 #mentalhealthmatters #mondaymotivation #mondaymood #mondayquotes
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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
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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
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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
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Note to Self: It’s going to be hard, but hard is not impossible. #MondayMotivation #MentalHealthMatters #Anxiety
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@IamMakhumalo We want to help you. You are not alone. Please call our toll free on 0800 21 22 23. 🙏🏼
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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
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Start your day by asking a friend, loved one, colleague or family member how they’re really feeling today. Let’s end the stigma. 🧠 #mentalhealthmatters #mentalillness #endthestigma #mondaymotivation #mondaymood #bekind
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🙌🏼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.
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“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
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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
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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
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Why is sleep important for your Mental Health? Sleeping helps us to recover from mental as well as physical exertion. Sleep and health are strongly related. #mentalhealthmatters #sleepmatters #sleeptonightplease
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Remember to be good to yourself today. #MentalHealthMatters #MondayMotivation
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SADAG take part in the #CrazySocks4Docs Campaign – a drive to raise awareness and give moral support to medical and health professionals battling with mental health issues by reminding them that they are not alone. @CiplaRSA @Ithembafoundation #MentalHealthMatters
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When we look into a new week, we may often feel overwhelmed by all the tasks ahead of us. It’s important to remember that you can do hard things. Take one step at a time. 🙌🏼💛 #It ’sOkayNotToBeOkay #BeKindToYourMind #MentalHealthMatters #mondaymotivation #mondayquotes
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@gosemotene @Ntabs5 @Khethel32307484 Thank you so much!! We will pass on your blessing to them 👍
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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
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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.
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@bapela11 @Youngprinzy21 @johny_theblessd @hleketany @khanyisilejaman @___kweenin @Lee_Mpaki @innomatijane @lindz_malindz @djsbu @RealMrumaDrive We are reaching out to him, please encourage him to answer our calls and seek professional help. Thanks for caring for him
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@kuliroberts @MatheTariro We want to help... Please DM us your details or call us on 0800 456 789 or Sms 31393 and we will call you back
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October is Mental Health Awareness Month, still stigma surrounds Mental Illness! Mental Illness is a real illness that needs treatment.
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Remember to always prioritise your Mental Health. Your deserve to be happy. #mentalhealthmatters
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@SIR_TRILLSA We are worried about you. Are you okay?
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@realsiyauyazi We want to help you. Please call our toll free helpline number on 0800 456 789 or sms 31393 and we will call you back.
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Don’t miss the #MindfulMonday tonight at 7pm as Clinical Psychologist Chris Kemp helps us all Mentally Prepare for the Third Wave. #mentalhealthmatters #thirdwave #covid19 #pandemic @abigailmusida
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@Sandynyathi @ingagubeka We are in contact with him🙏♥️ , thank you for being a caring nation 🙏
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@DabulamanziJ We are worried about you. Please DM us your details so we can help you as soon as possible.
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There is always help available. We challenge you to reach out and get help today if you are struggling to cope. Call 0800 21 22 23 or 0800 456 789 to speak to a Counsellor. #ItsOkaynottobeOkay #MentalHealthMatters #MondayMotivation
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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
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Join the #MindfulMonday Session this evening as Expert Clinical Psychologist Sikander Kalla unpacks Men and Depression by having a real conversation about Men and Mental Health. #MentalHealthMatters #depression #youarenotalone #MindfulMonday #mendepression #mensuicideprevention
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