CENTURION - As tertiary institutions gear up for the new academic year, Higher Health South Africa is calling for an immediate address of challenges faced by first year students.
This is because of mental health challenges which include suicide and depression impact students in the post-school education system.
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The CEO of Higher Health SA, Prof Ramneek Ahluwalia says making mental health issues known is important.
He says this will allow for early detection of sign so that it does not affect students studies.