Global Alliance for Chronic Diseases
Empowering people with diabetes in South Africa through the GREAT project
Meaningful Engagement of People with Lived Experiences
25 Sep 2025
Depression, characterised by persistent low mood or loss of pleasure or interest in activities for long periods of time, has become a major public health problem especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Early screening for depressive symptoms and timely identification of depressive disorders may improve health outcomes for affected individuals and the cost-effectiveness of mental health programmes.