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Free online counselling sessions for Kildare Leaving Cert students

Niamh O'Donoghue, 23 Aug

Turn2Me, mental health charity, reminds families “Your Leaving Cert

Exam Results Don’t Define You!"

the 2,920 students in Kildare receiving examination results today

As thousands of students across the country await their Leaving Cert

results tomorrow, national mental health charity Turn2Me is reminding

families across the country that exam results don’t define a person.

A national charity wants to remind students that exam results are just

one part of their life journey and do not determine their worth or

future success.

"At Turn2Me, we understand the intense emotions that come with waiting

for exam results," said Fiona O'Malley, CEO of Turn2Me. "It's important

for students to remember that their Leaving Cert results are not the

final word on their abilities or potential. There are many paths to

success, and this is just one step along the way. If things didn’t go

well for you on the day, there are so many alternative routes into

different careers including conversion courses."

A total of 2,920 students in Kildare are receiving examination results

today.

Turn2Me is offering free online counselling sessions and peer support

groups, to help young people navigate the stress and anxiety associated

with exam results. The charity is encouraging students to reach out if

they need someone to talk to or if they’re feeling overwhelmed.

"Our message to students is simple: You are more than a set of grades,"

O'Malley said. "While exams are important, they do not define who you

are or what you can achieve in life. It's okay to feel disappointed if

you didn't get the results you were hoping for, but it’s also important

to keep things in perspective and know that there are many

opportunities ahead."

Turn2Me’s online free mental health services are available to students

and their families who may need support, offering a safe and

confidential space to discuss their feelings. The charity’s team of

professional counsellors is equipped to help students manage their

emotions, build resilience, and explore their options moving forward.

"Your mental health is just as important as any academic achievement,"

O'Malley said. "We encourage students to take care of themselves during

this time, seek support if they need it, and remember that their value

and potential extend far beyond their exam results."

Students and their families can access Turn2Me’s free mental health

services by visiting the charity’s website at www.turn2me.ie.