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A new research study by the SADAG reveals that ongoing load shedding in South Africa has strained residents’ mental well-being.

South Africa is among the countries ranked as having the lowest rate of mental well-being in the world. That’s according to the Mental Health Million Project’s latest world report. However, a new research study by the South African Depression and Anxiety Group reveals that ongoing load shedding in South Africa has strained residents’ mental well-being.

“So, a lot of people are struggling around navigating load shedding, navigating how they are feeling, navigating their options with regards to work, with regards to school, with regards to being in an electricity space right now.” Leaving the majority of people relying on the provision of community-centered services. The power outages are also causing disruptions to accessing community-based mental healthcare; with counseling services hardest hit.

 

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