Tag: suicide

Kaya 959 sends Dineo Ranaka well wishes

Dineo Ranaka had the whole country worried and praying for her yesterday when she posted a series of messages on her Instagram of how she was trying hard not to commit suicide. The Kaya 959 breakfast show host and mother of three shared that life was hard and that she was trying her best but […]

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Teen Suicide Prevention Week: Mental Health app launches app for teens

Young people are the most vulnerable humans when it comes to suicide. Suicide is also the second-leading cause of death among people age 15 to 24 in the U.S. Nearly 20% of high school students report serious thoughts of suicide and 9% have made an attempt to take their lives, according to the National Alliance […]

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5 Warning signs of someone thinking about suicide

10 September is World Suicide Prevention Day. Psychologist Diane Mallaby says all suicide threats should be taken seriously. We give you the warning signs to look out for. By: Keletso Modisakeng A person contemplating suicide could: Talk about suicide – The person may threaten to take his or her life. He or she […]

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