Pilot scheme to offer free counselling in primary schools across seven counties

The video discusses a new counseling program for schools across seven counties, focusing on two strands: direct counseling and capacity building. The first strand provides one-to-one counseling sessions, while the second focuses on training and capacity building in schools. The program aims to address student needs, including anxiety heightened by COVID-19 and social media. Collaboration with NEPS and other community facilities is emphasized to enhance support for students and schools.

What are some of the challenges faced by students that the program aims to address?

In what ways does the text suggest that social media impacts young people's mental health?