Teen suicide prevention takes centre stage on World Suicide Prevention Day

First Take SA

Today, on World Suicide Prevention Day, South Africa is shining a light on the critical issue of teen suicide prevention. Globally, the statistics are alarming: approximately 3,000 people take their own lives every day, with 20 or more attempts for every completed suicide. This translates to a staggering one million lives lost to suicide annually, with a devastating impact on families and friends every 40 seconds. To discuss this further Elvis Presslin spoke to the South African Depression and Anxiety Group, SADAG Spokesperson, Fatima Seedat...