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Teachers are the backbone of any education system, shaping students’ minds and futures. In Sierra Leone, educators face …
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When Stress Suffocates: Taking Care of Your Mental Health in Africa
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Silence is often seen as a strength, but when it comes to mental health, it can become poison. In …
IS SADNESS SIMPLY A BRAIN CHEMICAL IMBALANCE?
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It is very normal to hear someone say, “I am depressed,” or you have probably stated it yourself at …
On the Other Side of the Mirror, You Are Always Someone’s “Villain”
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Being accepted within society is a legitimate feeling that every individual has the right to claim. This need for …
Drug Abuse Impact on Youth: A Leading Cause of Violence in Society
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Drug abuse among young people has emerged as one of the most critical social challenges of the 21st century, …
The Cost of Neglect: Egypt’s Mental Health System
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Mental health care in Egypt has long existed at the intersection of medicine, culture, and social values. From early …
MENTAL HEALTH AT WORK IN AFRICA: A COLLECTIVE CHALLENGE FOR REAL CHANGE
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Every October 10, the world celebrates World Mental Health Day. Colourful posters, conferences, inspiring slogans, chain posts… y…
The Cultural and Mental Impact of Marital Norms on Women in South Africa
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Culture shapes identity, values, and behaviour, connecting people to their heritage and community. While it offers belonging and unity, …
From Breakdowns to Breakthroughs: Turning Bad Days Around
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We all know the feeling: debt piling up, rent overdue, an unsupportive spouse, children acting out, a horrible day …
RUNS DEEP: BREAKING THE SILENCE ON MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS
There is so much silence in matters of mental health and its impact on individuals, families, communities and the nation. …