Child and adolescent mental health is the foundation of a strong, vibrant and healthy society. According to the Children’s Institute, investing early to promote children’s optimal mental health and well-being is one of the best investments we can make in our future prosperity. The institute says this offers an opportunity to break the cycle of poverty and unleash children’s potential. Let’s discuss this further with Prof Mark Tomlinson – Co-Director of the Institute for Life Course Health Research at Stellenbosch University.
