Counselling cell in schools to deal with stress

MUMBAI: To help students cope with stress and mental pressure, the state government plans a counselling cell on the premises of all schools.

In response to concerns raised by MLC Kapil Patil, school education minister Vinod Tawde recently said that all schools were being given instructions to set up such a cell that would be constituted of teachers and parents.

In a letter response, the minister said: "A committee of teachers, parents and student representatives should be formed for this cell. This committee will bring local mental health experts to the premises and speak to students on fighting depression and negative thoughts."

Counselling sessions for students and parents must be held at least twice in an academic year.

Link | http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/mumbai/Counselling-cell-in-schools-to-deal-with-stress/articleshow/55610759.cms

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