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Depression is real; let's take care of our mental health

Depression is real and no one can dispute it. Unfortunately, as Batswana, we are still lagging behind many other nations in the world when it comes to intentionally addressing mental health.

It is not uncommon in this part of the world for parents to actually punish their children when they show signs of depression associating it with issues of indiscipline, and as a result, the poor child will be lashed or given some kind of punishment. We have had many suicide cases in the country and sadly some of the cases included children and young adults. We need to start looking into issues of mental health with the seriousness it deserves.

During the Gaborone City Council (GCC) full council meeting yesterday, the mayor reported that they have intensified their suicide-prevention campaigns through expanded outreach through health screening, and referral services across the five constituencies.

Editor's Comment
Justice delayed is development denied

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