EXAM STRESS

Almost everyone feels nervous before an exam. Butterflies in the stomach and worrying thoughts - 'Will I be able to answer the questions?' 'Have I done enough revision?' - are indications of exam nerves that are probably familiar to all students.

 In fact, a certain amount of nervous tension probably helps us perform to the best of our ability, producing a rush of adrenaline that helps us to feel alert and focused. But too much anxiety can BLOCK thoughts, create a negative frame of mind, and lead to panic and potentially poor exam performance.


There are a number of things you can do to help manage exam anxiety and turn uncomfortable, panicky thoughts into more creative tension.

 http://www.brookes.ac.uk/student/services/health/exam.html

http://www.imperialcollegehealthcentre.co.uk/exam.htm

http://www.mind.org.uk/help/diagnoses_and_conditions/exam_stress

http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio1/advice/factfile_az/exams_stress

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/studentlife/revisionandskills/exams/a_doctors_prescription_for_exam_stress.shtml

What is the best way to prepare for your exams?
That is really a personal thing but there a tips out there everywhere:

http://www.career-place.com/the-best-way-to-prepare-for-exams/

http://www.helium.com/knowledge/2292-the-most-effective-way-to-prepare-for-an-exam