JOHANNESBURG - Rising stress and burnout among South African teachers has prompted the launch of a new, free online support group.
The South African Depression and Anxiety Group is leading the initiative and offers teachers, pupil support agents, and school staff a confidential space to connect and receive emotional support.
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The support group, launched this week, aims to tackle the growing mental health challenges teachers face.
- Support group leader for Educators Coping with Anxiety, Nirvana Chellan, joined eNCA to discuss this further.