Northorpe Hall Child + Family Trust is sharing advice for parents and carers during the exam season, along with real-life examples of how one-to-one mentoring has helped young people.
A recent report from the Mental Health Foundation found that six in ten young people aged 18–24 have felt overwhelmed or unable to cope due to pressure to succeed.
Northorpe Hall says it is seeing similar struggles among the families it supports.
Lydia Fell, a mentor, said: “We know the next couple of months aren’t just a challenge for young people, they can be difficult for families in our community too.
“That’s why we’re encouraging parents and carers to focus on small, consistent forms of support rather than high expectations during exam season.
“This includes encouraging regular breaks, maintaining routines where possible and recognising effort as well as outcomes.
“Just as important is emotional support; sometimes that simply means listening and creating space for young people to talk without judgement.”
The charity says it has seen positive changes through one-to-one support, including improved confidence and re-engagement with education.
Parents and carers can contact Northorpe Hall for counselling, mentoring and other services by calling 01924 492183.
