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In April, Project Someleze wrapped up recruitment. 🌟 1400 participants were screened, and 350 were included, making it our largest study to date! A massive shoutout to our dedicated team, without whom this amazing achievement would not have been possible 🙏🏻🥳

Despite experiencing mental health issues just as often as women, men are less likely to seek help. Watch to learn more. 👇 #MensHealthMonth #HIVMHRU #HealthSciences #Psychology #ClinicalResearch #HIV #SouthAfrica #UCT

Last week, we interviewed Pascal Richardson from the UNISA Institute for Social and Health Sciences (ISHS). Here is what she had to say about men’s health in South Africa. #MensHealthMonth #MensMentalHealth

Happy Youth Day, South Africa! 🇿🇦 Today, we celebrate the incredible courage and resilience of the youth who fought for our freedom and equality. Their spirit continues to inspire us as we look to the future with hope and a commitment to empowering our youth. 💪🏼

🌟2025 Clinical Research Internship Applications are Now Open! Kickstart your career by joining the HIV Mental Health Research Unit. 🗓️Application Deadline: 31 October 2024. Click here to apply: health.uct.ac.za/hiv-mental-hea…

🎓 2025 Applications for UCT’s MPhil in Behavioural Medicine are now OPEN! This programme focuses on the intersection of psychiatric disorders, chronic conditions, and health. 🗓 Application Deadline: 31 October 2024 📄Application form & more info: health.uct.ac.za/hiv-mental-hea…

This World Suicide Prevention Day, we are spotlighting the important suicide-related research being done within UCT’s Department of Psychiatry and Mental Health and the HIVMHRU.🎗️🌍 #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #HIVMHRU #ResearchForChange

There's no cure for dementia, but nearly half of all cases could be prevented by addressing modifiable risk factors like diet, exercise, mental health & chronic disease management. Check out our Daily Maverick article to learn more: dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-0…

Innovative Interventions💡 Swipe to discover how Digital & Behavioural Interventions can improve mental and physical health in South Africa! #digitalintervention #digitalhealthcare #behaviouralmedicine #HIVMHRU #southafrica #HIV #mentalhealth #research

Join Dr Nicole Phillips as she takes you through the research process of the CTAAC-SIM study. This study investigates the effects of substance use and HIV infection on brain structure, neurocognitive functioning, and mental health through youth into early adulthood🧠

Looking to develop your counselling skills, enhance your CV, and stand out in the mental healthcare field? Join the HIVMHRU’s October Short Courses at UCT. 💪 🌟Secure your spot and invest in your future today! Register now at health.uct.ac.za/hiv-mental-hea…

Peer-Delivered Interventions: Bridging the Behavioural Healthcare Gap! 🌟 Peer interventionists can improve physical and mental health outcomes by promoting behaviour change. Check out how Project Khanya is making a difference in HIV care! 💪 #HIVMHRU #HIVCare #MentalHealthcare

🎉 Big News from the HIVMHRU! In this interview, Prof Joska sits down with Dr Rabie to discuss his recent NIH K43 Award. Tune in to learn about the Emerging Global Leader Award and how Dr Rabie plans to use it to advance suicide prevention in primary and HIV care in RSA. 🎗️🌍

Learn about Sport and Exercise Psychiatry (SEP) and its development in South Africa. This pioneering South African model is paving the way for the development of SEP in other low- and middle-income countries. 🧠⛹️‍♀️ #sportsandexercisemedicine #psychiatry #althletementalhealth

Let’s take collective action to build a future where Alzheimer’s is no longer an inevitable part of ageing.🧠 📢The time to act is now. #worldalzheimersday #alzheimersawareness #alzheimersprevention #dementiaprevention #brainhealth #lifestylechanges #behaviourchange #HIVMHRU #UCT

October is National Mental Health Awareness Month in South Africa! 💛🇿🇦 This month, take a moment to check in with yourself and those around you. Let’s support one another and work together to create a healthier, more compassionate future in which mental health is prioritised.🥰

Happy #NATIONALNUTRITIONWEEK, South Africa!🍎 In today’s video, Behavioural Medicine Master’s student Kirsten Steenkamp discusses nutrition and brain health. Check out the South African Dietary guidelines to improve your diet and protect your brain as you age.🧠 #hivmhru #UCT

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay! 🌍💚 This year’s theme: Mental Health at Work. In our latest video, we asked some of our team members what they do to practise self-care and nurture their mental health. #wmhd #hivmhru #uct #southafrica #mentalhealthatwork

Nourish your Gut, Nurture your Mind.🌱🧠 Your gut is more than just a digestive system—it’s your “second brain,” influencing everything from your mood to memory. #NationalNutritionWeek #GutHealth #BrainHealth #HealthyLiving #NutritionTips #MindAndBody #Wellness

National Mental Health Awareness Month highlighted the theme of mental health in the workplace! Today’s post builds on this theme by exploring the vital role of supportive supervision for task-shared mental health workers. 🌍👩🏽‍⚕️ #supportivesupervision #mentalhealthworkers