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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.


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Scientific Letter

 
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

 
Psychological distress among workers at a mine  
Yolanda Havenga, Michelle Bester
30 June 2025

Original Research

 
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

 
Exploration of psychiatric inpatients’ experience of adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic  
Muimeleli P. Magwabeni, Isabelle Swanepoel, Marinda Joubert
30 June 2025

Original Research

 
A psychiatrist in training encounters a traditional healer  
Raksha Singh, Pierre M. Joubert
27 June 2025

Original Research

 
Family functioning, psychological distress and suicidal tendencies among adolescents in Ghana  
Mawuko Setordzi, Samuel Adjorlolo
19 June 2025

Original Research

 
Psychologists’ reflections on a trans and gender-diverse group at Baragwanath Hospital  
Coenderaad J.F. Jacobs, Najeebah Y. Noorbhai
13 June 2025

Original Research

 
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

 
Contraceptive use and counselling in women with mental illness: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa  
Lisa Peralta, Reyanta Bridgmohun, Thandokazi Mcizana
04 June 2025

Original Research

 
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

 
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

 
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

 
Read the open-access book, Oral history in South Africa: Autoethnography, methodologies and ethicsThis 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

 
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

 
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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