Although these phrases are usually meant to comfort someone and make them feel better, not many people realise that the person being comforted could be going through something bigger, suffering from depression or any other mental illness. This is according to Counselling Psychologist, Marnelle van Rooyen. 

As the world observes World Mental Health Day, OFM News’ Katleho Morapela speaks to Van Rooyen about the different types of mental disorders and how those suffering from such illnesses could be supported.

OFM News/Katleho Morapela