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Advocacy

In this section you will find psychoeducational material on aspects relating to various issues that we might face through life. We have quite a selection of material, with some useful links which could be helpful in building resilience and coping. We also raise awareness on a wide range of issues to broaden the learning dimensions of our students. We encourage students to celebrate difference and embrace diversity by reflecting on their values and beliefs as they establish principles of good relationships. CCDU Advocacy Services is about creating Psycho-educational Interventions and experiences for students - Find out more HERE:
HIV Education
HIV/AIDS Education & Support HIV/AIDS and Sexual Health are still critical issues that impact South African lives. Find useful information on how you can manage the challenges.
Gender-based violence A series of Articles about Gender-based Violence (GBV), a psychoeducational and empowerment initiative from CCDU.
Substance Abuse A series of articles describing some of the issues and concerns around substance abuse, the symptoms to look out for, and where to find help. Substance abuse can be a difficult and lonely journey to navigate. Seek assistance – asking for help is a strength.
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Living away from home Living away from home for the first time can be difficult for many university students. If you find that you are struggling, read this article to find out more about home-sickness, and what you can do that may help you to feel better.
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Living in Joburg Have you moved from a rural area to Jozi? Feeling overwhelmed is pretty normal. Joburg is a big city, with the common big-city combination of interesting things to do and higher levels of crime.
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Resilience Resilience is the ability to bounce back from adversity, so that you can still get what you want out of your life. Resilience isn’t just something that you’re born with, but rather skills that you can build up over time.
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Self-awareness Self-awareness is having knowledge of yourself and your character. It’s knowing what you feel, who you are, and how this developed over your lifetime.
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Assertiveness “You should be more assertive.” This is a common phrase that you may have heard, but what exactly does it mean, and how can you put it into action?
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Healthy relationships When we enter into romantic relationships, we have a range of ideas and expectations about what it should be like. These ideas may not always be realistic.
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Fighting fair in a Relationship Arguments and misunderstandings are a normal and healthy part of a relationship, and ultimately they can lead to greater understanding and a deeper relationship. However, sometimes conflict can feel unmanageable or as if it should be avoided.
Making Social Connections When you’re feeling isolated, it can be hard to put yourself out there and engage with others. However, there are active steps that you can take to start new friendships and build on connections that you may already have.
Financial Management Many South African students struggle with the additional pressure of financial worries, and, in some cases, this can have a negative impact on their studies.
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Helping a friend Are you concerned about your friend’s mental health issues, but not sure what to do about it? Click here to find some more guidance on what you can do to help.
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Termination of pregnancy (TOP) TOP is a special procedure that can only be carried out by a trained health worker in a government approved clinic or hospital. Any woman can ask for a TOP in the first three months (12 weeks) of pregnancy.
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