Hampshire mental health charity offers advice ahead of A level results
Students across the country will be finding out the results of A levels this morning
Last updated 13th Aug 2026
The lead-up to A-level results day can be filled with stress and anxiety for many young people, especially those aiming for high academic achievements.
Alice Mooney, Director of Services at No Limits, a charity supporting young people's mental health across Hampshire, highlights the pressure students face to meet predicted grades and how it impacts their mental wellbeing.
Mooney explains that there is stress not only before receiving exam results but also during periods of returning to school.
She notes that transitioning back into a school environment can be challenging for many students, particularly those who previously struggled with attending classes.
No Limits works with local schools and colleges to provide the necessary support for young people feeling overwhelmed by academic pressures.
The charity offers drop-in sessions and self-help resources, including techniques for mindfulness and box breathing, to help students manage anxiety.
Self-soothe boxes, containing items for calming purposes, are another resource provided by No Limits to aid young people in coping with stress.
Furthermore, Mooney advises students to speak openly to peers or seek support within schools if they feel anxious about returning to school.
She emphasises the importance of maintaining good sleep habits, engaging in enjoyable activities, and planning a safe environment for opening exam results.
Mooney said, “Don't feel pressured to open it right then and there if you don't want to, but obviously, if you want to, then that is absolutely fine.”