Mental health support for students receiving results

A-level students will receive their results on 15 August whilst GCSE students will receive theirs on 22 August

A health trust is offering mental health support for students receiving their exam results this month.

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SPFT) is offering help for students via a text messaging service.

The trust is highlighting its service for students who are anxious or overwhelmed ahead of AS and A-levels coming out on Thursday.

Jodie Olliver, head of service for mental health at SPFT, said: "Recognising stress is very important, as many young people are under a lot of pressure but they might not know what some of those symptoms are."

Students are encouraged to use the 'Text SUSSEX to 85258' service to access support.

SPFT say the service offers a free, discreet and confidential way for people to get help via their mobile phones.

Ms Olliver said: "If you are experiencing extreme stress you might be experiencing stomach problems, insomnia and headaches.

"A lot of people find it hard to relax and might withdraw from social activities.

Students will receive their AS and A-levels on Thursday and GCSE results day will follow on 22 August.

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