SMS Suicide Helpline for SA Teenagers

Teenage suicide rates are on the increase in South Africa, reports IOL.

"The "Suicide Shouldn't be a Secret" programme targets primary and high school pupils, said Zane Wilson, director of South African Depression and Anxiety Group (Sadag). ... And while trained counsellors visit schools and create awareness of suicide, they rolled out an SMS help line for the youth.

... The SMSes are entered into a computer database and trained counsellors SMS the teenagers back. "Children need to be encouraged to get help. They are very vulnerable and think and act quickly," said Wilson."

emily | 9:10 PM | Health Issues and SMS Alerts |
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