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Easing Test Anxiety
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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.
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Symptoms of Test AnxietyCan range from mild to severe.
Includes physical, behavioral, and emotional synptoms.
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Physical SymptomsSweatingShakingRapid heart beatDry mouthFaintingNausea
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Behavioral SymptomsFidgetingAvoidanceSubstance abuseBlanking outDifficulty concentratingRacing thoughts
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Emotional SymptomsDepressionLow self-esteemAngerFeelings of hopelessness
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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
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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.
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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.
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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