ARCHIVES: OPINIONISTA: Silent epidemic: Families need to talk about mental health — for the sake of South African youth
We should not feel the need to keep such issues silent — when we do that, it causes those who suffer to feel even more isolated and ashamed.of suicidal youths ever speak up about the issues they are facing. Many never even seek professional help.
Mental health should be considered just as important as physical health. We need to work towards ending the stigma surrounding mental health and asking for help in this country. Counselling and mental health services should be way more accessible and available to those who need them. The findings of these studies and the heartbreaking stories of teen suicide suggest that our youth is crying out for help. Suicide is 100% preventable if we are willing to lend those who need it a helping hand. If we cannot help our youth we cannot hope to see a brighter future for our country.
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