Election overload? Expert advice on how to avoid mental burnout from political news

09 May

Nabila Mayet-Cassim

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Election season tends to bring with it a lot of stress and anxiety. (Jse Pena/Unsplash)

In the midst of 2024, South Africans grapple with economic strains as the upcoming elections draw closer. The barrage of political news and information can take a toll on mental health. In deciding which political party to back and the consequences of your vote, it's important to prepare ourselves for election day while also managing our mental health amid any anxious feelings.

Christopher Kemp, clinical psychologist at Netcare Akeso Crescent Clinic, offers these tips to maintain sound mental well-being.

Managing media consumption:

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