Peer pressure and drug abuse are real problems in South Africa today, especially among teenagers. It’s a problem that we as friends, parents, extended family members, teachers, and community members cannot ignore. We have to intervene if we want to create a South Africa where drug abuse isn’t a problem. We typically leave this task […]
Peer Pressure and Drug Abuse: Tips for Teens, Parents, Schools Read More »
Learning how to deal with discrimination is slowly becoming a necessity in today’s South Africa. Cases of discrimination are becoming so rampant that our youths now see it as a regular occurrence. According to UNICEF, about 68% of South African youth consider discrimination as part of everyday life. They’ve experienced it in school, work, and
Facing Discrimination? Here’s How to Protect Your Mental Well-being Read More »
In South Africa, the impact of teenage suicide is felt in homes, classrooms, and communities. It’s a loss that is felt by all those who knew the young soul and even by those who didn’t. And it is a loss that stays with us long after the incident. A certain group is even more affected
The Ripple Effect of Teenage Suicide on Other Teenagers Read More »
We see the bad effects of peer pressure in South Africa every day, but most of us just don’t realize what we’re looking at. The sweet neighborhood kid who suddenly turned to a life of crime. The innocent teenager whose addiction to drugs seemed to come out of nowhere. More often than not, these are
The Bad Effect of Peer Pressure on Your Teenager Read More »
Suicide in South Africa is at an all-time high—with our country recording roughly 14,000 suicide deaths per year. That’s a terrible number of people to lose, and it becomes even more upsetting when we realize that most of those people were teenagers—young, promising souls lost to the painful battle with mental illness. The youth suicide
Why Suicide Rates Are Increasing in South Africa – And What Can Be Done Read More »
In this article, we’ll look at real stories from teenagers who have struggled with drug abuse and peer pressure. It’s unlike the other peer pressure and drugs articles you’ve read. Peer pressure and drugs statistics reveal that from 2002 to 2017, drug use increased from 1.5% to 10.0% in South Africa. When discussing drugs and
Real Stories of Peer Pressure and Drug Addiction – Lessons to Learn Read More »
Suicidal depression is more prevalent in South Africa than most people realize. A report by the South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) found that there are 23 known suicides happening every day. This means about 8000 people lose their lives to suicide every year. That staggering number makes one thing clear, we can’t afford
Suicidal Depression: How to Recognise it and Support a Loved One Read More »
In this article, we’ll walk you through 10 ways to resist peer pressure. Consider it a practical guide to getting yourself out of tough spots and saving yourself from negative influences. Our guide is designed to help South African teens protect their values and stay true to themselves. Firstly, we want to say that we
10 Ways to Resist Peer Pressure & Stand for Yourself Read More »
Teenage suicide is a growing concern in South Africa. Every year, we lose several young, fragile souls to suicide. Parents mourn their children while questioning what they could have done differently. We want to save you from that fate and your teenager from suicide. This article will explore teen suicide symptoms, prevention, the factors causing
What Every Parent and Teacher Should Know About Teenage Suicide Read More »
Seeking help from a suicide helpline in South Africa can be life-saving. When things get dark and every thought in your head gears towards the negative, a crisis helpline can be your guiding light out of the darkness. One phone call, one conversation could make the difference between life and death. Suicide helplines in South
South African Suicide Helplines: Free and Confidential Support for Those in Crisis Read More »
