“Radically Underestimated”: The Case for Support Groups
Professional mental health interventions are costly and not often easily available. Support groups, meanwhile, offer a affordable long-term care for less acute mental health situations.
In this episode, a social work lecturer explains the evidence showing that support groups work. Also, a clinical psychologist describes why we need more support groups.
Men, South Africa’s Support Groups Need You
Most support group leaders are women and while men do join groups, they don’t always participate fully. And yet the issues of father absenteeism and gender-based violence require men to self-reflect and take care of their mental health.
If you’re wondering why men aren’t such active participants in support groups and how we can change that, check out this episode.
Let’s Talk About R.A.C.E. and Support Groups
Socioeconomic challenges, including poor access to quality healthcare, remain racialised in South Africa. As support group leader Lezahn recounts in this episode, this can impact people’s mental health.
If you’re thinking about starting a support group on a socioeconomic challenge, this episode is something to consider.