Depression Risk Management Programme

Here for you, here for your mental health

Introducing the Depression Risk Management Programme, a six-month journey designed to support your mental wellbeing and reduce the risk of depression. At Discovery Health, we understand that mental health is an essential part of your overall wellness. This programme provides you with resources, guidance, and compassionate support to remind you that you are never alone.

What is the Depression Risk Management Programme?

The Depression Risk Management Programme is a six-month long programme grounded in neuroscience, aimed at minimising the likelihood of depression and promoting mental wellbeing..

Our programme is grounded in neuroscience and is centred on helping you live a healthier, balanced life. Together with your chosen Premier Plus Network GP or network psychologist, you'll receive personalised advice and support. The programme includes practical guidance to help you make healthy dietary changes, increase physical activity, manage stress, improve sleep, and build resilience. Where additional support is needed, your healthcare provider may recommend internet-based cognitive behavioural therapy (iCBT) for ongoing assistance throughout the programme.

How are members identified as eligible for the Depression Risk Management Programme?

Eligible members are identified for the programme either based on the results of their Mental Wellbeing Assessment or a proactive machine-learning tool that dynamically recognises mental health needs.

Already diagnosed with episodic depression and require further support? Learn more about the Mental Health Care Programme here?

Members who are eligible to join will have access to the following benefits:

One face-to-face or virtual mental wellbeing consultation with a Premier Plus Network GP * or psychologist on the Mental Health Care Programme Network

Three virtual coaching sessions with a skilled mental healthcare professional

Two sessions with a dietitian to help guide your nutrition

Access to digital therapeutics to further support your mental wellbeing with Digital Mental Health

Continued clinical baseline monitoring through a validated mental health assessment

Additional support for mental wellbeing?

You and your dependants can complete a Mental Wellbeing Assessment on the website or on the Discovery Health app

Explore our mental health information Hub

We invite you to nourish your mind with articles, podcasts, and videos that can support your mental health journey. You can explore these resources here.

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You can access your personalised healthcare pathway through the Discovery Health app making it easy for you to seamlessly navigate the healthcare system and to know what will have the biggest impact on your health. Completing these health and exercise actions will not only have a positive influence on your physical and mental health but you can get rewarded along the way. As a Discovery Health Medical Scheme member, you can also access increased healthcare benefits when you complete your health next best actions. Learn more here.

The Discovery Health Medical Scheme is an independent non-profit entity governed by the Medical Schemes Act, and regulated by the Council for Medical Schemes. It is administered by a separate company, Discovery Health (Pty) Ltd, an authorised financial services provider.