The Sadag mental health support group takes place online, using Zoom on Wednesdays twice a month. Sadag support groups offer a place of warmth, understanding, and support to those in need. Support group leader, Anthony, says he felt the need to establish an online support group to reach a broader geographical area.

“I felt the need to establish a group providing access through the convenience, safety, and accessibility of an online group. The purpose is to reach out to anyone who has been diagnosed and coping with anxiety and or depression, in a supportive and empathetic group.” He said that one of the benefits of joining the group is that it enables participants to openly express closed-off or hidden feelings in an accepting, unconditionally positive environment.

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“This expression could produce a cathartic release, encouraging a reduction in anxiety.” He goes on to say, “The support group provides supplementary support. It allows group members the opportunity to form connections with others experiencing similar struggles and to learn from each other in an interconnected, non-judgemental, confidential atmosphere.”

To attend this free mental health support group, contact Anthony on 078 223 2200, or for more information on Sadag support groups visit www.sadag.org, or call 0800 21 22 23, or SMS 31393.