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The 4 Ds
When there is a problem with our mental health, we often refer to it as a mental illness or mental problem. Mental health practitioners (psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, and others) have agreed that mental illness should be defined by the extent to which it restricts us from carrying out our daily functions.
Other mental health practitioners have identified 4 D’s that should be considered when discussing mental illness:
Distress
Defectivenss
Dangerousness
Deviation
Distress
Defectivenss
Dangerousness
Deviation
Distress
Defectivenss
Dangerousness
Deviation
Wellness Tips
Daily Foundations
Stress & Resilience
Body-Mind Connection
Social Wellness
Emotional First Aid
Hydrate your mood
Dehydration worsens fatigue. Keep water nearby and sip regularly.
Sleep like its medicine
Aim for 7-9 hours. Your brain detoxifies while you rest.
Move for 5 minutes
Short walks boost energy and focus. No gym required.
Eat the rainbow
Colourful fruits/veggies fuel both body and mind.
Sunlight = Natural Energy
10 mins of morning sun regulates mood and sleep.
Pause before caffeine
Drink water first. Caffeine on an empty stomach spikes anxiety.
Wellness Tips
Daily Foundations
Stress & Resilience
Body-Mind Connection
Social Wellness
Emotional First Aid
Hydrate your mood
Dehydration worsens fatigue. Keep water nearby and sip regularly.
Sleep like its medicine
Aim for 7-9 hours. Your brain detoxifies while you rest.
Move for 5 minutes
Short walks boost energy and focus. No gym required.
Eat the rainbow
Colourful fruits/veggies fuel both body and mind.
Sunlight = Natural Energy
10 mins of morning sun regulates mood and sleep.
Pause before caffeine
Drink water first. Caffeine on an empty stomach spikes anxiety.
Wellness Tips
Daily Foundations
Stress & Resilience
Body-Mind Connection
Social Wellness
Emotional First Aid
Hydrate your mood
Dehydration worsens fatigue. Keep water nearby and sip regularly.
Sleep like its medicine
Aim for 7-9 hours. Your brain detoxifies while you rest.
Move for 5 minutes
Short walks boost energy and focus. No gym required.
Eat the rainbow
Colourful fruits/veggies fuel both body and mind.
Sunlight = Natural Energy
10 mins of morning sun regulates mood and sleep.
Pause before caffeine
Drink water first. Caffeine on an empty stomach spikes anxiety.
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Urgent Help
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Kenya
Kenya
Kenya
Confidential support for substance abuse, loneliness, and mental health emergencies.
Befriender's Kenya
Befriender's Kenya
Befriender's Kenya
National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA)
National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA)
National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA)
One 2 One
One 2 One
One 2 One
Nigeria
Nigeria
Nigeria
24/7 mental health crisis support through dedicated helplines.
Human Develpment Initiative
Human Develpment Initiative
Human Develpment Initiative
Mentally Aware Nigeria (MANI)
Mentally Aware Nigeria (MANI)
Mentally Aware Nigeria (MANI)
Suicide Research & Prevention Initiative (SURPIN)
Suicide Research & Prevention Initiative (SURPIN)
Suicide Research & Prevention Initiative (SURPIN)
South Africa
South Africa
South Africa
Immediate, free counselling for depression, anxiety, and suicide ideation – day or night.
LifeLine Johannesburg
LifeLine Johannesburg
LifeLine Johannesburg
South African Depression and Anxiety Helpline
South African Depression and Anxiety Helpline
South African Depression and Anxiety Helpline
South African Federation For Mental Health (SAFMH)
South African Federation For Mental Health (SAFMH)
South African Federation For Mental Health (SAFMH)
Uganda
Uganda
Safe spaces for healing and aid for dealing with GBV or psychological disabilities.
FIDA Uganda
FIDA Uganda
Mental Health Uganga
Mental Health Uganga
Totya Platform
Totya Platform
PositiveO 2.0
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PositiveO 2.0
Discovery support that truly fits you! Our new app delivers better counsellor matching and curated media recommendations in addition to the new and improved Town Square.
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PositiveO 2.0
Discovery support that truly fits you! Our new app delivers better counsellor matching and curated media recommendations in addition to the new and improved Town Square.
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Get on Android