While we often associate mental health with the teenage years or adulthood, it is essential to remember that nurturing a child’s mental well-being begins in their early years. Parenting is a journey filled with love, joy and the responsibility of shaping a child’s emotional and mental health. “Fostering mental health in children starts from their […]
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The National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) is encouraging the public to adopt rather than shop for pets, highlighting the significant impact this decision can have on both the animals and their new families. Thousands of animals in South Africa await a second chance at a loving home, and by choosing adoption, you not only give
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Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health coverage, explores different types of coughs and their treatments. “Knowing about different cough types and how to treat them is important – especially if you have a nagging tickle in your throat that won’t go away,” says Murray Hewlett, CEO of Affinity Health. “According to the National
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We’re into the last term of the school year, and that means exam time for learners from Grade 4 all the way up to Grade 12. While there’s much at stake for children in the upper grades, even the younger ones going into their first or second exam seasons can feel pressure to perform. Parents,
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Guardol, a trusted name in hygiene and personal care, is introducing a new body wash that combines hygiene protection with natural argan oil for 24-hour moisturisation. The Moisturising Body Wash (750ml) is formulated with a unique blend of natural argan oil, vitamin E and hyaluronic acid which helps keep skin soft, smooth and reduces the
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Social withdrawal is a behaviour characterised by avoiding social interactions, relationships and activities. It can be a coping mechanism for individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma or other mental health concerns. According to the World Health Organization, anxiety disorders are the most common mental disorders, affecting 301 million people in 2019. Social withdrawals are usually
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As South Africans face increasing mental health challenges, many turn to alcohol as a coping mechanism. The sight of long queues at bottle stores following the lifting of the COVID-19 alcohol ban underscored the deep connection between stress and alcohol use in our society. However, AWARE.org, a harm reduction specialist, emphasises that alcohol is not
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October is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to focus on your emotional well-being as a mother. In South Africa, 1 in 5 mothers experiences mental health challenges, often while juggling the demands of family life. Creating an emotional first-aid kit is a proactive way to take care of yourself and ensure you have the
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Parents are always on the lookout for healthier snack options for their children, and I Love Uju’s Honey Gummies are designed to provide a delicious alternative for kids’ lunchboxes. Made from natural ingredients and packed with the goodness of pure honey, Uju Honey Gummies are the perfect snack to keep children energised and satisfied throughout
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Even with the financial stresses of life already taking a toll on many South Africans, we can’t ignore that our health could take a sudden turn for the worse, landing us not only in physical but even greater financial distress. According to Bertie Nel, head of Financial Planning and Advice at Momentum, the Momentum Life
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