Stress Management Techniques for Test Taking

No matter how hard you study sometimes it is hard to shake those test taking nerves. For a student, taking an exam can be stressful and down right frightening. Here are some tips to help you deal with test taking anxiety.

• Be prepared for the test. Schedule studying over a few days or weeks
• Get a good night’s sleep before the test
• Arrive early to class or to the testing facility
• Keep a positive attitude that will set yourself up for success
• Jot down any important formulas or facts in the margins so you don’t worry about forgetting them
• Read the directions carefully and be strategic. Start with the easy questions first and work you way to the tougher ones.
• Circle, underline, star, key words and phrases to help you focus exactly what the question is asking.
• Do not worry about anyone around you except yourself. You are not in a race with your neighbor; focus on
• Supplement with VÄXA Extress before the exam to help "take the edge off"