Dr Hannetjie van Zyl-Edeling: how to handle unexpected retirement stress

Are you struggling to adjust to retirement, or fear the prospect of leaving formal employment? Apart from financial changes, this life transition involves emotional, social, and other challenges. Psychologist Dr Hannetjie van Zyl-Edeling discusses the 6 stages of retirement, how specific losses can affect an individual's stress score, factors that can mitigate retirement stress, and how to navigate a sensible lead-in period.