As thousands of matriculants sit for their final examinations, concerns are growing about the mental health toll of academic pressure. Learners from Durban say expectations from parents, teachers and themselves can become overwhelming, while some are struggling with anxiety and uncertainty about their future. The KwaZulu-Natal Education Department has partnered with digital mental health service provider - Cloud Therapist - to improve access to psychological support for learners. Celumusa Zulu reports.

 

As thousands of matriculants sit for their final examinations, concerns are growing about the mental health toll of academic pressure. Learners from Durban say expectations from parents, teachers and themselves can become overwhelming, while some are struggling with anxiety and uncertainty about their future. The KwaZulu-Natal Education Department has partnered with digital mental health service provider - Cloud Therapist - to improve access to psychological support for learners. Celumusa Zulu reports.
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