Experts offer effective coping strategies for parents and students awaiting matric results

It is well known that those students who performed poorly can find it difficult once the matric results are released.

In conversation with the South African Depression and Anxiety Group, Dr Fritz explained that it’s normal to experience all these emotions because there’s a lot at stake.

However, young pupils should take care of themselves and not succumb to fear. Instead, stay in the moment and search for solutions that will assist you to alleviate your worries, which might intensify and turn into anxiety. There are always options available.

Weighing in, Clinical psychologist Ryan Cooper said that anxiety has a way of running away with us and the thoughts can very well consume you.

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