Suggest ways in which schools could consider helping decrease their levels of stress. In your answer, also indicate how that could lower learners stress levels

Step 1: Assess stress management strategies for Thandi (1.6) (4 marks) Thandi is experiencing stress, possibly from late-night activities like watching TV at 2am, denying her stress, and rejecting help. Strategy 1: Time management Thandi could create a daily schedule that allocates specific times for studying, relaxation, and sleep, avoiding activities like watching TV at 2am. Strategy 2: Prioritise sleep Thandi should aim for 8 hours of sleep by going to bed earlier, instead of staying up late, to improve concentration and reduce fatigue-related stress. Strategy 3: Acknowledge and address stress Instead of denying or rejecting help, Thandi could talk to a trusted adult or friend about her stress to gain support and perspective. Strategy 4: Relaxation techniques Thandi could practice deep breathing exercises or physical activity like walking for 30 minutes daily to lower stress hormones. Step 2: Suggest ways schools could help decrease Thandi's stress levels (1.7) (2 marks) 1. Schools could offer counselling services or stress workshops to teach learners like Thandi coping strategies. 2. Reduce homework load or provide flexible deadlines to prevent late-night studying. Step 3: Indicate how learners could help (1.8) (2 marks) 1. Learners could form study groups to share workload and provide peer support. 2. Encourage Thandi positively and check in on her wellbeing without judgement. Final answers bolded above for each strategy and suggestion.