Question

Attempt the following in 120-150 words:

Now-a-days students are leading a stressful life. Academic deadlines, grades, competitions can leave them feeling anxious. Stress Management Skills are recognized crucial for today’s youth. 
Write a letter to the editor of a national daily discussing the benefits of teaching stress management skills to children. Also suggest ways how school and parents can help children in coping with stress. You are a counsellor, Swati Mathur from 14, J.M. Layout, Bhubaneshwar, Orissa. You may use the following cues along with your own ideas to draft the letter.

What are the factors that cause stress? What are some techniques to manage stress? Setting goals, time management, healthy lifestyle. Role of school in teaching stress management skills.

Answer 1

Swati Mathur,
14, J.M Layout,
Bhubaneswar, Orissa,
March 16, 2025

The Editor,
The National Daily,
Bhubaneswar 

Subject: Importance of Teaching Stress Management Skills to Children.

Respected Sir, 

I am writing to let you know that I am worried about how stressed out today's students are. Their mental health is suffering as a result of the stress of academic deadlines, tests, and contests. It is now required, not optional, to educate kids on stress management techniques in such a situation.

Academic pressure, peer pressure, and parental expectations are some of the main reasons why students experience stress. Their anxiety gets worse by their fear of failing and their constant drive to succeed. Stress can cause major problems for children's mental and physical health if it is not properly managed.

Schools and parents can help students manage stress. Time management, realistic objectives, a healthy lifestyle, and yoga and meditation can help. Stress management techniques should be taught in schools to help students cope. Helping children voice their worries without fear requires emotional support and open conversation from parents.

Using stress management tactics in everyday activities helps kids balance school and life. I encourage schools and parents to address this issue and ensure a better future for our youngsters. 

I hope this letter brings attention to the importance of stress management education in schools.

Yours sincerely,
Swati Mathur