“Socioeconomic Issues Are Mental Health Issues”
Those big stats on the news aren’t just numbers; they’re our lives. When you’re part of the 41% of South Africans unemployed or one of the 9 million experiencing hunger, your mental health may be impacted.
How many of your daily stresses relate to something bigger that feels out of your control? This episode looks into this topic with two clinical psychologists.
“They Just Get It”: Why I Needed a Support Group
When you’re feeling down or overwhelmed by the impact of those systemic, socioeconomic issues, you’ll find community and strength in a support group.
When Erin-Leigh was feeling lonely on her entrepreneurship journey, she created a community of other businesspeople. Learn how it’s helped her in this short episode.
Is a Support Group for You?
Support groups offer fantastic spaces where you can experience a sense of validation and help. However, they also work best when you’re an active participant.
You know you’re feeling down and you’d like help but you’re unsure whether a support group is the right space for you. In this episode, psychologist Beulah Marks explains when to know if you’re ready for a group, and support group leader Lezahn Mohamed details what your role as a support group member is.
“Let It Begin with Me”: Inside an Al-Anon Meeting
Alcoholism impacts not just the alcoholic but those around them too. If you’re feeling sick and tired of your life revolving around an alcoholic, you may want to consider joining an Al-Anon group.
Al-Anon is a special kind of support group that follows a structured programme to help the loved ones of alcoholics learn to live their best lives. In this episode, three Al-Anon members in Cape Town let us into their meeting and share how it’s helped them.