A successful therapeutic outcome significantly hinges on the relationship between client and therapist.
As World Suicide Prevention Day approaches, mental health organisations are urging South Africans to talk more openly about suicide and learn how to recognise when someone may be struggling.
September brings renewed attention to suicide prevention, with World Suicide Prevention Day observed on September 10 as part of a global effort to raise awareness and encourage action to prevent suicide.
This year’s World Suicide Prevention Day theme is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”, with the call to action “Start the Conversation”. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the campaign aims to challenge harmful myths, reduce stigma and create spaces where people feel able to speak about what they are experiencing and seek help.
The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) has placed “Every Conversation Counts” at the centre of its 2026 suicide prevention campaign, highlighting the importance of knowing how to respond when someone may be experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts.
