02
Nov
Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana government is planning to introduce a school-based mental health support system for students from Classes 6 to 12 under its proposed SAATH project. The initiative aims to identify and address concerns such as examination stress, anxiety, depression, bullying, social isolation and excessive screen time. The proposed programme will involve the Health and Family Welfare Department, the School Education Department, teachers, parents, student volunteers and mental health professionals. According to Additional Chief Secretary for Health and Family Welfare Dr Sumita Misra, the framework is designed to help identify psychological difficulties early and connect students who need…
