Mental health support group for struggling mums
“During this period of coronavirus, people are isolated and people need to talk to others and a support group can be an answer."
Struggling mothers now have a place to go to for comfort, support and mutual understanding.
The SA Depression and Anxiety Group (Sadag) launched their mental health support group on Thursday.
“The mental health support group for mothers will provide them with an opportunity to be with other people who are likely to understand them and their motherhood problems,” support group leader Lebogang Motaung said.
“Talking openly and honestly about feelings in an environment where they feel less judged will help them to gain empowerment and improve skills to cope with their challenges.”
ALSO READ: Two brothers seriously injured in north crash
She said that support groups were particularly important during these times as they brought people who were going through similar experiences together.
“During this period of coronavirus, people are isolated and people need others to talk to and a support group can be an answer. Support groups give people an opportunity to share personal experiences and feelings, as well as coping strategies,” Motaung said.
Support received from the group is essential as it brings about a consistent, caring presence which mothers could count on during the ups and downs of their journeys as mothers.
“A mother who is stressed may find herself struggling with the demands that motherhood places on her – a support group can offer her support without making her feel as though she is weak,” she said.
Those who wished to get more information about the support group could contact Lebogang on 061 812 3617.
Do you have more information about the story?
Please send us an email to editorial@rekord.co.za or phone us on 083 625 4114.
For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord’s websites: Rekord East
For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram
