Sep 2, 2026 | Suicide Prevention
Suicide prevention starts with identifying the warning signs and taking them seriously. If someone is suicidal, there’s a lot you can do to help save a life. Suicide is an extreme attempt to escape suffering that has become intolerable. Deceived by feelings of...
Jun 30, 2026 | Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment
Many people think courage means facing life’s challenges alone. In reality, one of the bravest things you can do is ask for help. When we think of courage, we often imagine extraordinary acts of bravery—people overcoming impossible odds or standing firm in the...
Jun 1, 2026 | Mental Health
May 11, 2026 | Mental Health
INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY 2026 In mental healthcare, recovery is not always dramatic. Sometimes it begins quietly. A nurse sitting beside a patient who no longer trusts anyone. A calm voice during a panic attack. A familiar face returning day after day, even...
Dec 16, 2025 | Addiction
To get the best addiction treatment in the Western Cape for alcohol and drug rehabilitation, choose a rehab facility that puts your health and comfort first. Alcohol and drug addiction, like any serious illness, is a dangerous and uncomfortable condition that requires...
Oct 28, 2025 | Burnout
Mental burnout is a widespread, often misunderstood condition with potentially long-lasting effects on our health, relationships, and quality of life. As our world becomes more fast-paced and demanding, the stress we face daily has only intensified, making burnout a...
Apr 7, 2025 | Depression
Am I sad or depressed? What is the difference between sadness and depression? It can be challenging to decide whether we are experiencing sadness, the human emotion, or depression, which is a medical condition. We all go through the usual ups and downs in our moods....
Apr 2, 2025 | Anxiety, Stress Management
Stress and anxiety are often used interchangeably, but they are distinct experiences with unique causes, symptoms, and treatments. Understanding the difference is key to managing mental health effectively. Defining Stress and Anxiety Stress: A natural response to...
Mar 1, 2025 | Bipolar Disorder
Learn how you can support someone with bipolar disorder because a solid support system to rely on is invaluable for their treatment. Dealing with the highs and lows of bipolar disorder can be tricky for everyone involved. The moods and behaviours of a person with...
Oct 9, 2024 | Mental Health, Stress Management
Work plays a significant role in shaping our mental wellbeing. For many South Africans, a job provides more than just financial security—it offers a sense of purpose, identity, and a social network. Our mental health can thrive when we are in a supportive work...
Oct 1, 2024 | Mental Health
Talking about your mental health is powerful for your wellbeing when you’re facing tough times. In an ideal world, open conversations about mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder should be the norm. Talking about your struggles and...
Jul 17, 2024 | Mental Health
Understanding Mental Health Literacy: Knowing More About Mental Health Conditions In South Africa, 1 in 3 people are battling mental health issues. It has become crucial to know more about mental health conditions. That’s why schools and workplaces need to focus...
Jan 22, 2024 | Teen Mental Health
When issues with your teenager’s mental health are left untreated, it will disrupt your child’s ability to function at school and in life. Because we expect them to be in a typical teenage phase, we may overlook many warning signs of mental health issues....
Feb 3, 2022 | Teen Mental Health
Self-care for teenagers is vital to protect their mental health and well-being during stressful conditions. Typical reactions could include: Feeling stressed or overwhelmed, frustrated or angry, worried or anxious Feeling restless, agitated, on ‘high...
Nov 19, 2021 | Addiction
For some people, it is hard to realise that they have a problem with alcohol or drug addiction. You might not be aware that you have a problem, or you might have tried to quit drug or alcohol abuse on your own to no avail. Some may be nervous or wary about attending a...
Feb 3, 2021 | Stress Management
If you are not in control of your stress, it stops being helpful and can cause significant damage to your quality of life. What is Stress? Stress is a normal physical response to events that make you feel threatened or upset your balance in some way. When you...
Aug 5, 2026 | Mental Health
“You are enough. Not because of what you do, but because of who you are.” We all have an inner voice. Some days it encourages us: “You’ve got this.” Other days, it’s much less kind: “You’re not good enough.”...
Jul 13, 2026 | Mental Health
Give 67 Minutes. Gain So Much More. Every year on 18 July, South Africans honour the legacy of Nelson Mandela by dedicating 67 minutes to serving others. The campaign symbolises the 67 years Nelson Mandela spent fighting for social justice, encouraging everyone to...
Jun 4, 2026 | Mental Health
Crazy Socks, Serious Conversations: Why #CrazySocks4Docs Matters | Life Path Health Mental Health Awareness · June 2026 Crazy Socks, Serious Conversations: Why #CrazySocks4Docs Matters On the surface, it may seem like a fun workplace moment — but behind the colourful...
Jan 18, 2026 | Mental Health
Before diving into your New Year’s resolutions for 2025, consider priming your emotional brain for success. These science-backed tips will help you achieve your goals and contribute to a happier and healthier new year. Choose natural pleasures over artificial...
Dec 18, 2025 | Addiction
The festive season is a time of joy, celebrations, and togetherness. But for individuals recovering from substance dependency, it can also bring unique challenges. Social obligations, parties, and gatherings often come with temptations that can put sobriety to the...
Sep 8, 2025 | Suicide Prevention
Suicide often stems not from a desire to die, but from an urgent wish to escape overwhelming emotional pain. The person’s despair can feel all-consuming, shrouding any glimmer of hope in darkness. Numerous individuals in a suicidal state may desperately want...
Jul 7, 2025 | Anxiety, Mental Health
What Is an Anxiety Disorder? Understanding, Symptoms & Support What is anxiety—and when is it a disorder? Anxiety is a natural emotional response to stress, uncertainty, or change. It helps us prepare for challenges like exams, presentations, or new experiences....
Jun 11, 2025 | Mental Health
Dads Matter: Let’s Talk Mental Health! Fatherhood is an emotional journey that often gets overlooked. While dads are expected to be strong and stoic, the reality is far more complex. Anxiety, stress, postpartum depression—even rage—can all run under the radar. And...
Jun 9, 2025 | Schizophrenia
What Is Schizophrenia? Understanding, Symptoms & Support Overview: Defining Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a chronic, severe mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. It can cause disconnection from reality, known as psychosis,...
Jun 2, 2025 | Mental Health
Every year in June, doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals around the world pull on their brightest, boldest, most outrageous socks in celebration of #CrazySocks4Docs Day. But this campaign is about much more than quirky footwear — it’s about sparking a vital...
May 7, 2025 | Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment
We take time to appreciate the role our mental health nurses play in modern healthcare. Our nurses work in specialised mental health facilities and focus on treating patients with mental health conditions like depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety. They have...
Apr 15, 2025 | Mental Health, Stress Management
No Time for Self-Care? Try These Quick Mental Health Breaks to De-Stress During Your Day If your workday often feels like a nonstop rollercoaster of meetings, deadlines, and pressure, you’re not alone—and you’re not helpless either. Even when time is tight, small...
Jan 3, 2025 | Mental Health
Why Self-Esteem Matters for Mental Health 🧠 What is self-esteem? Self-esteem reflects how much we value ourselves—our worth, abilities, and morals. It shapes our emotions, confidence, and resilience. How self-esteem impacts your wellbeing Mood & emotions: Healthy...
Sep 12, 2024 | Mental Health Treatment
Discover the benefits of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for treating depression, anxiety, OCD, substance abuse, and more. TMS is a non-invasive, clinically proven procedure using magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. Learn about FDA-approved...
Jul 9, 2024 | Depression, Mental Health
You are not alone if you tend to feel depressed at work. Feelings of sadness, anxiety, boredom, loss of motivation, difficulty concentrating, and bouts of crying, are just a few symptoms of work depression. Depression impacts 4.5 million people in South Africa. Since...
Jun 6, 2024 | Addiction
Esti Matthee (photo: left), a dedicated mother and wife from Stellenbosch, overcame years of methamphetamine addiction, commonly known as tik, through a transformative experience at Pines Clinic in Worcester. Her journey of recovery began after a long battle with...
Dec 13, 2023 | Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health Treatment, PTSD
Getting to Know Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) TMS, short for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, is a pretty cool therapy that helps treat mental health issues like depression, anxiety, or dealing with OCD and PTSD. How does it work? Well, it uses magnets to...
