A recent survey conducted by the Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists has revealed a troubling rise in anxiety and loneliness among schoolchildren, with 12.3% of students between the ages of 13 and 15 found to be affected.
The study, carried out across selected schools in the Colombo District, involved interviews with 1,524 students and sheds light on growing mental health challenges within the education system.
The findings point to excessive tuition classes and a lack of participation in sports and recreational activities as primary contributors to the emotional distress reported by adolescents.
According to the Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists, anxiety and loneliness are becoming increasingly prevalent among children and teenagers—an alarming trend that, if left unaddressed, could lead to lasting psychological harm.
They urged parents, teachers, and caregivers to remain vigilant for signs of anxiety and to seek professional help at the earliest signs of distress.
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