Students at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) are grappling with serious challenges, including suicide, kidnapping, and theft. The institution recently revealed this during its presentation to the portfolio committee of higher education in parliament.
"Mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression, are on the rise in our institution. These are exacerbated by academic pressure, financial concerns, and social isolation."
"While the university offers counselling services, they are under-resourced. This can be seen when looking at the number of suicide cases we have recorded this academic year," said the university's state of affairs report from the student's perspective.
UJ spokesperson Herman Esterhuizen confirmed to The Citizen that the institution recorded a number of suicide cases this academic year. However, he said, while UJ recognised the significant mental health challenges many students face, it could not reveal the number of suicides at the institution, citing confidentiality and sensitivity.
Denne historien er fra November 05, 2024-utgaven av The Citizen.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent ? Logg på
Denne historien er fra November 05, 2024-utgaven av The Citizen.
Start din 7-dagers gratis prøveperiode på Magzter GOLD for å få tilgang til tusenvis av utvalgte premiumhistorier og 9000+ magasiner og aviser.
Allerede abonnent? Logg på
Police Crack 3 Kidnap Cases
Gauteng police rescued a kidnapped Portuguese businessman in Johannesburg on Saturday.
Lack of structural, fiscal reform retards SA's progress — IMF
Non-implementation of structural and fiscal reforms to support growth and stabilise public debt in South Africa stand in the way of real economic growth, a senior International Monetary Fund (IMF) official says.
Spaced out by some visitors
A pair of astronauts stranded for more than nine months on the International Space Station were a step closer to returning home yesterday after a replacement crew docked with the orbital outpost.
Reality: the ANC rules, OK?
Treasury budget divorced from reality is a futile exercise. It's a wish list, not an executable plan.
Exemption of smartphones from duty hailed
The Association of Comms & Technology (ACT) has welcomed government's decision to exempt smartphones priced at R2 500 or less from the 9% ad valorem excise duty starting 1 April.
Feeding dogs at Ukraine front
Some people adopt a fatalistic attitude, saying it's God's will.
William Shuffles for Aston Villa
Prince William revealed he is such a superstitious Aston Villa supporter that he often resorts to shuffling his children around his house to help bring the team a change of luck.
KZN's top cop under scrutiny for 'interfering' in case
KwaZulu-Natal's top cop, Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, is in hot water for allegedly abusing his power.
Slice of history in rare, iconic movie posters on auction
Dozens of rare posters from some of the 20th century's most iconic films will go under the hammer this month.
No slushies for kids
Researchers: Icy Drink Sees Many Children Land Up In Hospital
