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The year in mental health: spotlight on well-being practices

Wellness

IN THE past, mental health was often stigmatised and misunderstood, but today South Africans are exploring new holistic therapies and approaches to support mental well-being.

Mental well-being is all about feeling good and functioning well, mentally and emotionally.

Holistic therapies

Traditional therapies such as counselling and medication have long been the primary treatments for mental health challenges. However, there is a growing interest in holistic therapies.

These focus on the interconnectedness of the mind, body

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