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The world marks “Mental Health Day” on the 10th of October.

Here on home soil, experts are warning South Africans are battling on multiple fronts - with very few reaching out for help.

So, for the month of October, HOT1027 News is casting a floodlight on mental health in our country - and more importantly - the many lifelines available to help ourselves and our loved ones.
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58 Episodes
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Derailed: Episode 58: "Hold onto hope"

Having spent an entire month focusing on mental health in our country, ''Hope'' remains the one overarching theme that continues to come up time and time again. For the past 31 days, we've roped in the experts and brave South Africans to help us shine the spotlight on mental health…
31 Oct 5AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 57: "A return to the dinner table"

As we look at ways to improve our mental health, experts say we should never underestimate the power of being present – and the benefits of genuinely connecting with others. Having spent the past 31 days looking at mental health here in South Africa, healthcare providers say simple changes –…
31 Oct 4AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 56: "Having support makes all the difference"

South Africans who've made it out of dark mental heath situations say the genuine concern and kindness of a loved one – or a support group - makes all the difference when it comes to recovery. As we wrap up our special month-long series on mental health today, we're looking…
31 Oct 3AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 55: "Getting back to basics can do wonders for mental health"

While some of us might need professional intervention when it comes to our mental health, experts say getting back to basics' can do wonders for day-to-day maintenance. Having spent October examining mental health here in our country, healthcare providers are reminding us of the need to "Get back to basics"…
30 Oct 5AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 54: "Making the decision to get better is the first step"

Recovering addicts say making the decision to get better is the first step towards healing. This October we've looked at mental health and the battles many are waging - but most importantly - we've examined the life changing help that’s available to those who reach out. HOT1027’S Tara Penny has…
30 Oct 4AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 53: "More loved ones are coming forward"

Healthcare providers say they've noticed that more family members are reaching out to try and get help for a loved one whose grappling with their mental health. As part of our special mental health feature, we've spent October highlighting the resources available to anyone whose feeling stressed, depressed or overwhelmed…
29 Oct 5AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 52: "The TikTok ticks"

Healthcare providers have noticed an increase in youngsters trying to ''fake'' the symptoms of mental health conditions. As we near the end of our month long mental health series, we've roped in experts to help us warn parents about worrying online trends. HOT1027’S Tara Penny has more… Anyone wanting to…
28 Oct 3AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 50 : "There's still too much fear"

As we examine the state of mental health here in South Africa, Experts say..there’s still far too much fear, guilt and embarrassment around asking for help. This month, we're focusing on how we can better look after ourselves.. and our loved ones. HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
27 Oct 2AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 49: Abusing prescription meds is risky business

Experts are warning many people are taking risks with their mental health by abusing their prescription medication. This October we’re examining what people are doing to cope and more importantly where they can get help. Hot1027’S Tara Penny has more.. Anyone wanting to reach out for help can contact SADAG's…
27 Oct 1AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 48: "A ticking dagga timebomb"

The availability of dagga products in South Africa is setting off major alarm bells in the medical fraternity. As we put mental health under the microscope this October, we're looking at some of the substances that are being abused - like dagga. HOT1027’S Tara Penny has more…
25 Oct 12PM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 47: "I banned myself from casinos"

A Joburg woman who was addicted to gambling for decades has told HOT1027 News that it felt like leading a double life. As we near the end of our mental health series this October, we're also looking at where gamblers can get help. HOT1027's Tara Penny has more… Anyone wanting…
25 Oct 5AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 46: Swys de Bruin: "Burnout is no joke"

Performance coach for the Springbok women Swys de Bruin is warning burnout is a serious condition that won’t 'just get better on its own'. He's shared his journey through burnout as part of our special focus on mental health this October. HOT1027's Tara’s Penny has more… Anyone wanting to reach…
25 Oct 4AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 43: "Talking about suicide is essential"

As we focus on mental health this month we're being urged to ask direct questions if we think our loved ones are grappling with suicidal thoughts. According to SADAG our country has some of the worst suicide statistics in the world - with 23 people taking their own lives -…
24 Oct 4AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 41: "Burnout has become a badge of honour in SA"

As we enter the final stretch of the year, experts are reminding us that we have annual leave for a reason. As part of our Mental Health focus this month, we're looking at burnout – especially within the South African context - where working overtime is often seen as a…
23 Oct 3AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 40: "Divorce and the breakdown of families"

While we focus on mental health this October, we're being warned not to underestimate the effects of divorce on those splitting up, their children, as well as within the wider family. Call centers, councilors and healthcare providers are warning many are "walking wounded" due to the breakdown of marriages. HOT1027’S…
22 Oct 5AM 2 min

Derailed: Episode 39: Craig Urbani -"My mom had me arrested"

South African actor - and recovering alcoholic - Craig Urbani says accepting help was the greatest investment he's made in himself. We sat down with him to find out more about his journey as part of our focus on Mental Health this October. HOT1027's Tara Penny has more… Anyone wanting…
22 Oct 3AM 2 min
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