{"id":1623,"date":"2022-09-30T06:44:49","date_gmt":"2022-09-30T06:44:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/?p=1623"},"modified":"2022-09-30T06:44:49","modified_gmt":"2022-09-30T06:44:49","slug":"mental-health-awareness-month-sandton-centrals-got-your-back","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sandtoncentral.co.za\/blog\/mental-health-awareness-month-sandton-centrals-got-your-back\/","title":{"rendered":"Mental Health Awareness Month: Sandton Central\u2019s Got Your Back!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Sandton Central supports the goal of educating the public about mental health <em>and<\/em> reducing the stigma and discrimination that people with mental illness often experience.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>What causes mental health disorders? <\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Did you know <a href=\"https:\/\/health-e.org.za\/2022\/03\/18\/mental-wellbeing-sa-hits-rock-bottom-on-global-list\/\">South Africa\u2019s mental well-being hit rock bottom on the global list<\/a>? We are one of the countries with the <em>highest percentage<\/em> of distressed or struggling people. Individuals, families, colleagues and society altogether experience health problems such as depression, anxiety, job stress and substance abuse. If a person experiences any of the above, it can impact the working environment by being absent and unproductive, which in turn can impact one\u2019s personal life.<\/p>\n<p>There are numerous reasons a person can develop mental health problems in the workplace:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Excessive and insufficient workload<\/li>\n<li>Little to no participation or control<\/li>\n<li>Repetitive or unpleasant tasks<\/li>\n<li>Role vagueness or conflict<\/li>\n<li>Lack of being recognised<\/li>\n<li>Inequity<\/li>\n<li>Lack of interpersonal relationships<\/li>\n<li>Poor working conditions<\/li>\n<li>Poor leadership and communication<\/li>\n<li>Work and home demands conflicting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Although mental illness can be treated at any clinic, hospital or healthcare provider, very few South Africans seek treatment because of being judged. It\u2019s employers\u2019 responsibility to contribute positively to their staff\u2019s mental health by implementing programmes to recognise these problems early and treat them accordingly and anonymously.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Mental Health Toolkit 2022<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Mental disorders vary in severity, just like physical disorders. There\u2019s transient, an <em>acute<\/em> stress disorder that causes signs and symptoms to the body, brain, and emotions. For example, a person with acute stress could experience irritability, muscular tension, stomach problems, etc.<\/p>\n<p>A more severe mental disorder is periodic, which includes bipolar disorder, characterised by periods of exaggerated elation followed by periods of depression. The most severe mental disorders are long-lasting and progressive, for instance, someone with Alzheimer\u2019s disease.<\/p>\n<p>This is a serious matter, and if you are in a position to create awareness within your working environment or even at home, we <em>would like<\/em> you to download the <a href=\"https:\/\/mhanational.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2022%20MHM%20-%20Back%20to%20Basics%20Toolkit.zip\">Mental Health Awareness Toolkit<\/a>. This toolkit includes fact sheets such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Starting to Think About Mental Health<\/li>\n<li>What Plays a Role in Developing Mental Health Conditions<\/li>\n<li>Maintaining Good Mental Health<\/li>\n<li>Recognising When You Need Help with Your Mental Health<\/li>\n<li>What to Do When You Need Help<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you want to get active on social media to create awareness, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/mhanational.org\/sites\/default\/files\/MHM%202022%20Toolkit%20Images.zip\">download<\/a> social media covers, web banners, and social media post samples for inspiration, using any of these hashtags or relevant others &#8211; #mindmatters, #endthestigmaofmentalhealth, #mentalhealthadvocate, #mentalhealthwarrior, or #mentalhealthsupport.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Relax in Sandton City for your sanity<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>We know how challenging life can get sometimes, but it shouldn\u2019t stand in the way of your happiness and health. That&#8217;s why we\u2019re inviting you to come and relax in Sandton Central\u2026 even if you have to take a day\u2019s leave. And don\u2019t you dare feel guilty about it!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Vida e Caff\u00e9<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Experience a galaxy of flavours at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.24-central.co.za\/store\/vida-e-caffe\/60224.html\">Vida e Caff\u00e9 24 Central<\/a>. Choose their Electra and <em>shine<\/em> brightly before you start your day full of relaxation and ready for the world.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Virgin Active<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Relax, unwind and let loose because you\u2019ve earned it at <a href=\"https:\/\/alicelane.co.za\/shops-and-restaurants\/alice-lane-virgin-active\/\">Virgin Active in Alice Lane<\/a>. There\u2019s no other health club experience quite like this, with cutting-edge equipment and dedicated yoga and pilates. Even if you\u2019re unfamiliar with any of these, become a member today and experience the magic <em>touches<\/em>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Lavana Beauty Spa<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>You can book yourself a treatment at <a href=\"https:\/\/benmorecentre.co.za\/store\/lavana-beauty-spa\/42238\">Lavana Beauty Spa in Benmore Centre<\/a>. They deliver 5-star services because they value their clients 5-star. We strongly suggest the 60-minute Nourishing Mud Therapy Wrap. Have a look at their facial treatments too\u2026 you\u2019ll want to try <em>each<\/em> of them!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Theatre on Square<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Book your ticket for <a href=\"https:\/\/nelsonmandelasquare.co.za\/shops\/theatre-on-the-square\/\">Theatre on Mandela Square\u2019s<\/a> The Beauty Queen of Leenane. The play centres around the life of Maureen, an unmarried middle-aged woman, as she cares for her ailing mother, Mag, and tries to find love. We won\u2019t say no more other than this theatrical masterpiece is the perfect <em>escape<\/em> from reality.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Flight Centre<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you have more than a day, head to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sandtoncity.com\/shops\/flight-centre\/\">Flight Centre in Sandton Central<\/a> and book your flight! Explore Cape Town like never before, experience Mauritius\u2019 alleviating beaches, or hear nature\u2019s <em>voice<\/em> from Zim\u2019s Victoria Waterfalls.<\/p>\n<p>Whatever you choose to do, remember to take care of yourself and get help if needed. Breathe in, take a moment and let\u2019s support each other on our mental well-being journeys.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It is Mental Health Awareness Month, and Sandton Central supports the goal of educating the public about mental health and reducing the stigma and discrimination that people with mental illness often experience. What causes mental health disorders? 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