In times of distress, humans try to find a way to change their mood and feel better soon rather than later. Some of us might use food to give your mood a boost or alleviate boredom. Some of us might smoke a joint to help you relax. Some of us may have a drink or two to settle your nerves or ease any social anxiety. When feelings of hopelessness, fear, anger, sadness, or overwhelming stress start to interfere with how we function in daily life, it can be a sign that we may need help for an underlying condition.  Our next guest will help us unpack the signs patterns and behaviours to look out for we start to self-medicate and not actively seek treatment for our mental health vulnerabilities

Guest:  Dr. Vuyo Yokwe – Medical Doctor and Mental Health activist