Helplines in Botswana.

Do you dread the thought of going to school or work? Contact a free hotline in Botswana for support.

Persistent problems at school or work may leave you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, singled out or left behind. What’s worse, such challenges can be impossible to avoid, with daily exposure impacting your mental health and wellbeing. There are 0 hotlines in Botswana where you can ask for help if you:

• Have begun to ‘self-medicate’ with drugs or alcohol at or after school or work.
• Pretend to be sick, hurt or busy to avoid attending classes, school or work.
• Often feel overwhelmed, anxious, restless and unable to relax or concentrate.
• Struggle to follow lessons or tasks that those around you appear to find easy.
• Feel isolated, withdrawn and constantly tired at school or work.
• Have intense school or work related anxiety, stress, fear or worry.
• Avoid classes, school or work by faking symptoms, illnesses or engagements such as family events.
• Have difficulty following lessons or instructions, and feel unable to focus.

Interacting with peers and colleagues can be challenging. You may have trouble expressing yourself, saying the right things, or fitting into groups, but you are not alone. Your challenges at school or work may also stem from pressure or heavy workloads, sensory impairment, learning disabilities, and more.

Distress at school and work should never get in the way of your ability to learn, perform, interact or thrive. You have the potential to succeed, but you need support. If your concerns and negative feelings persist for weeks, months or longer, it might be time to reach out to a volunteer or counselor at a helpline in Botswana for support.