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The South African Journal of Psychiatry publishes topical content in psychiatry for clinical practice and academic pursuits, including work in the subspecialty areas of psychiatry. View our Editorial Team.
The South African Journal of Psychiatry publishes topical content in psychiatry for clinical practice and academic pursuits, including work in the subspecialty areas of psychiatry. View our Editorial Team.
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Scientific Letter |
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Aggressive behaviour among children and adolescents at a public outpatient psychiatric facility | |
Helene E. Kritzinger, Buhle Kunene, Mpho Letsatsi, Mthobisi Malewa, Teledi Maputha, Busani Mgabhi, Lisemelo Mphutlane, Johan le Roux, Gina Joubert | |
08 July 2025 | |
Original Research |
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Psychological distress among workers at a mine | |
Yolanda Havenga, Michelle Bester | |
30 June 2025 | |
Original Research |
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Associations of maternal alcohol and non-prescribed substance use with early child growth | |
Yukiko Washio, Zugui Zhang, Mona Lisa Baishya, Marilyn T. Lake, Bronwyn Myers, Nadia Hoffman, Elizabeth Goddard, Heather J. Zar, Dan J. Stein, Petal Petersen Williams | |
30 June 2025 | |
Original Research |
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Exploration of psychiatric inpatients’ experience of adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic | |
Muimeleli P. Magwabeni, Isabelle Swanepoel, Marinda Joubert | |
30 June 2025 | |
Original Research |
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A psychiatrist in training encounters a traditional healer | |
Raksha Singh, Pierre M. Joubert | |
27 June 2025 | |
Original Research |
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Family functioning, psychological distress and suicidal tendencies among adolescents in Ghana | |
Mawuko Setordzi, Samuel Adjorlolo | |
19 June 2025 | |
Original Research |
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Psychologists’ reflections on a trans and gender-diverse group at Baragwanath Hospital | |
Coenderaad J.F. Jacobs, Najeebah Y. Noorbhai | |
13 June 2025 | |
Original Research |
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Experiences of mental healthcare users and their families when interacting with SAPS: A qualitative study | |
Vuyokazi Kabane, Yumna Minty, Barry L. Viljoen | |
11 June 2025 | |
Original Research |
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Contraceptive use and counselling in women with mental illness: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa | |
Lisa Peralta, Reyanta Bridgmohun, Thandokazi Mcizana | |
04 June 2025 | |
Original Research |
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Virtual nurse support to enhance antipsychotic adherence in schizophrenia: A South African perspective | |
Yasmeen Thandar, Nomhle Mvunelo, Deepak Singh, Firoza Haffejee | |
31 May 2025 |
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Notification: A must-read for researchers in Science, Engineering and Technology |
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We’re excited to share a compelling editorial by Karishma Singh: ‘Aligning conservation efforts with the Sustainable Development Goals’ in African Journal of Biodiversity Conservation. It explores the theological significance of launching the journal. Read the editorial. | |
Posted: 2025-06-02 | More... |
Book Release: Education and climate change: Discovering strategies for individual and collective action |
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Read the open-access book, Education and climate change: Discovering strategies for individual and collective action. This book positions education as a transformative force in climate action, advocating for inclusive, action-oriented learning to build resilience and drive sustainable change. | |
Posted: 2025-05-29 | |
Book Release: Oral history in South Africa: Autoethnography, methodologies and ethics |
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Read the open-access book, Oral history in South Africa: Autoethnography, methodologies and ethics. This book reimagines South African historical scholarship by elevating oral testimonies and advocating for Afrocentric, ethical approaches to oral history as vital tools for inclusive and transformative narratives. | |
Posted: 2025-05-22 | |
Book Release: Digital inequality in a developing context: A multifaceted approach |
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Read the open-access book, Towards the sustainable well-being of communities: Africa, the modern empire and Christianity. This book examines South Africa’s persistent digital divide across sectors like education, healthcare, and agriculture, highlighting how socio-economic, technical, and geographical factors—especially the urban–rural split—contribute to unequal digital access and outcomes. | |
Posted: 2025-05-22 | |
Notification: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Research History: Rediscover Timeless Insights |
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Embark on a journey through the annals of research history! Our journal's archives hold a wealth of knowledge waiting to be rediscovered. From pioneering studies to timeless insights, explore the foundations of today's discussions. Join us in celebrating research history and uncovering the gems that continue to shape our understanding. | |
Posted: 2024-05-16 | More... |
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