Almost Half of Johannesburg Students in New Study Screened Positive for Probable Depression
By Jimmy Zwane | 16 October 2025 A recent study conducted at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in Johannesburg has revealed a concerning mental health trend: nearly 48% of undergraduate participants screened positive for probable depression. The research used the PHQ‑2 questionnaire to detect signs of probable depression among students. With a response rate of 8.4% (1,046 out of 12,404...
