A free Leaving Cert support group has been launched by mental health charity Turn2Me
The charity say the Leaving Cert can be an extremely stressful time for young people and their families, which can trigger panic attacks, anxiety, and low self-esteem for many.
The online support groups, will start next week and students can sign up on Turn2Me.ie
Speaking to RedFM News Fiona O'Malley from the charity says the support groups will be a space where young people can share their struggles anonymously
"They can be more honest, they can be more open, they won't feel like they are being judged and indeed they can't be judged because it's anonymous. The mental health professional that facilitates the support group doesn't allow them to identify themselves. So because of all those reasons people can feel that it is a less pressurised environment and they can get the support that they need"
