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Easing Test Anxiety
What is it?Many people experience stress or
anxiety before an exam. In fact, a little nervousness can actually help you perform your best. When this distress becomes so excessive that it actually interferes with performance on an exam, it is known as test anxiety.
Symptoms of Test AnxietyCan range from mild to severe.
Includes physical, behavioral, and emotional synptoms.
Physical SymptomsSweatingShakingRapid heart beatDry mouthFaintingNausea
Behavioral SymptomsFidgetingAvoidanceSubstance abuseBlanking outDifficulty concentratingRacing thoughts
Emotional SymptomsDepressionLow self-esteemAngerFeelings of hopelessness
How to Overcome Test AnxietyGeneral preparation/building
confidence: Develop good study habits & strategies Manage Time/Pacing Yourself Organize material to be studied and
learned Manage outside pressures Review past performance on tests
How to Overcome Test Anxiety
Test Prep. to reduce stress! Approach the test with confidence Come prepared Choose a comfortable location Allow yourself plenty of time the morning of
the test. Avoid cramming Avoid negativity Exercise regularly Get a good night’s sleep Eat breakfast Take a small snack for a break.
How to Overcome Test AnxietyDuring the test:
Read the directions! Pace yourself! Change positions during test If you go blank, skip the question and go
back later Don’t panic. There’s no reward for
finishing first.
Relaxation TechniquesTake deep, slow breaths.Remind yourself: You are in
control.Focus on the task at hand.Expect SOME anxiety.Use Isometric Relaxation
Exercises Elongate muscles Contract muscles Calf and Body Stretches