Letters | As Covid disruptions take a mental toll on Hong Kong students, listen to help out
Students who suffer from depression and anxiety may not know how to deal with them. They feel guilty about not being able to overcome academic pressure. Some fear becoming a burden to other family members if they are diagnosed with a mental illness.
At the same time, they do not know who they can open up to when they encounter a mental breakdown. These negative feelings make them suffer more and cause a vicious cycle.
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The first step is to accept the idea of talking to a therapist or social worker. Talking to the therapist doesn’t mean we are somehow less than normal or have a serious mental illness. Instead, it shows that we care about our mental health and are seeking a way to get out of the darkness.