With exam season now in full swing, stress levels are likely to be sky-high among the nation's youngsters as they face the pressures of the dreaded tests.

While stress is not uncommon, its effect on mental health is on the rise, with more than 85 per cent of UK adults experiencing stress regularly, and stress among young people under 25 rising by an alarming 10 per cent each year.

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