The 16th issue of the SA Child Gauge – an annual publication from the Children’s Institute at the University of Cape Town – has revealed that the majority of young people with mental health disorders in the country remain untreated, and that only one in 10 children with a diagnosable and treatable mental health issue is able to access any kind of care.
Majola said the gaps in prevention and care often led to gross human rights violations that robbed young people not only of their quality of life, but often also of life itself.A recent publication revealed that suicide triggered by depression was the fourth leading cause of death among youngsters aged between 15 and 19.
“A key thing to remember is that most children and adolescents go through life well, despite what at times may seem like very difficult challenges. Most children have episodes of anxiety at some point in their lives. In a country beset by poverty, inequality, social exclusion and violence, our biggest responsibility is to our children and adolescents. We need to identify early on those who have difficulties and try to rectify these challenges.
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