1. EXAM STRESS A SURVIVAL GUIDE

2. Exam anxiety is….. A normal experience Worry about upcoming exams
Fear of being evaluated
Apprehension about the consequences
Manageable

3. Main areas that contribute to exam anxiety
Lifestyle
Information needs
Studying Styles
Psychological factors

4. Lifestyle Enough sleep Eat healthily/ regularly Avoid stimulants
Adequate exercise
Revision timetable
Prioritise commitments

5. Before…. Effective revision Know your location Attend to sleep
Good nutrition
Realistic expectations, address problems
Positive self talk and avoid irrational negative thinking
Practise relaxation, deep breathing, calm, relaxed and confidant.
List the top 5 worst possible scenarios, and work out a plan for each.

6. During… Take deep, even breaths, calm, relaxed and confidant. Smile
Positive self talk
Accept your anxiety and focus on the exam.

7. After… Acknowledge your achievement
Make a list of what was helpful to use the next time – top 5 exam tips
Accept your performance, and use it to inform your strategies and techniques for the future.