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Crime: 10 ways to improve your mental health

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vivian warby

In South Africa, rising crime rates can lead to heightened levels of anxiety and stress among individuals. Even just the fear of becoming a victim of crime can take a toll on mental health and well-being.

And where you live matters. The UK Centre for research on environment, society and health found residents of higher crime areas, even without direct experiences of crime, may be affected through increased fear and chronic stress, and through other responses such as lower engagement in physical and social activities

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