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Calls for Covid psych support soar among pupils, teachers​

17 August 2020 - 05:59 By Prega Govender
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Pupils and learners are anxious about contracting Covid-19.
Pupils and learners are anxious about contracting Covid-19.
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Thousands of anxious teachers and pupils are seeking help from psychologists and social workers over fears of contracting Covid-19 at school.

So social workers have turned to phone and WhatsApp help as stress wears down kids and adults alike.

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