How grandmothers help fight depression in Zimbabwe
A group of grandmothers are using what they call ‘friendship benches’ to help thousands of people suffering from mental health problems in the country.
14 Mar 2017
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A group of grandmothers are using what they call ‘friendship benches’ to help thousands of people suffering from mental health problems in the country.
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