Gwangju Seo-gu Distributes 'Mental Health Support Kits' to High School Seniors

Seo-gu, Gwangju Metropolitan City (Mayor Kim Yi-gang) announced on the 6th that it distributed 'Mental Health Support Kits' to about 1,700 third-year students at eight high schools in the district to encourage examinees preparing for the 2024 College Scholastic Ability Test.

Seo-gu launched this project to provide information on the prevention and coping of mental health issues to third-year students who are highly likely to be exposed to emotional crises such as anxiety, depression, and stress related to college entrance exams.

Seogu recently distributed 'Mental Health Support Kits' to high school seniors.
[Photo by Seogu]

The Mental Health Support Kit consists of items necessary for examinees, including correction tape, hand cream, snacks, and face patches, along with the phrase "Supporting Your Dream."

Lee Young-dae, director of the Seo-gu Health Life Support Center, said, "We send warm support and encouragement to the efforts of third-year students preparing for the College Scholastic Ability Test," adding, "We hope they take care of their mental health until the exam day and do their best until the end to achieve good results."

Meanwhile, the Seo-gu Mental Health Welfare Center is promoting various projects, including the distribution of Mental Health Support Kits and the 'Seo-gu School Mental Health Recovery Support Program,' a visiting psychological support service for students and teachers.

Shin Dong-ho, Honam Reporting Headquarters, Asia Economy baekok@asiae.co.kr

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