Raising awareness on teen suicide

JOHANNESBURG - Teen Suicide Prevention Week wrapped up this past Monday.

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group has been visiting schools, talking to pupils and advising them on what they can do when they feel like hurting themselves.  

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The World Health Organisation estimates that 9 percent of deaths among 15–19-year-olds in South Africa,are a result of suicide.

Roshni Parbhoo-Seetha from the South African Depression and Anxiety Group had a conversation with the eNCA.

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