how can we overcome stress and fear of a exam?

Answer 1

Raumil, a class XII student, is under pressure. His neighbor, Tirth, scored 91 per cent in the Class XII exams a year ago and Raumil's parents expect him to perform a lot better.
He isn't the only one in such a situation. With less than a month left for most examinations, many students find themselves weighed down by expectations. Comparisons, parental expectations and peer pressure are major concerns for students attempting their board exams. These concerns bog students down, leading to severe examination stress.
The term 'exam stress' can be broadly defined as a feeling of anxiety over one's performance in the exams, the results and reaction of parents and friends; all weigh upon students to create exam stress.
The final exams for Class XII and Class X start on February 21 and March 7 respectively. For those of you who are appearing for these exams, here are tips that can help minimize the stress.
i. Revision tips
Develop a timetable to monitor your progress. Make sure you allocate adequate time for fun and relaxation as well.
While revising a subject, practice writing. This would be an actual simulation of the examination itself. Plan your revision and complete it in time. This will give you a sense of achievement and build your confidence.
While revising, vary subjects and their difficulty so you don't get bored or disheartened. Set realistic targets of what you can achieve in the time available.
Spend as much time on recall as on reading. Practice by writing answers as you would do in the exam. This will help you remember the important points when you answer each paper.
Practice writing answers under exam conditions. Take three hour tests, without a break in between, preferably at the same time as that of the exam. This will help your body clock adjust to the examination time and conditions.
ii. Time out
To prevent mental fatigue, take a short break as soon as you notice your mind is losing concentration. Stick to activities that do not break your study continuum during these breaks. Avoid television and loud music. You will then be able to come back to your revision refreshed.
It is important to relax. Your mind and body perform at their best only if you get adequate rest.

iii. Maintain a regular sleep pattern
A regular seven hours of sleep is mandatory for the body to function well. Also, sleep at a regular time; don't alter your sleeping cycle.

It is not important whether you study late or get up early, as long as you get into the habit of being most alert at the same time as that of the exam.
Try and stop working an hour before bedtime. You will find it helpful to do some muscular relaxation, which is particularly effective in relieving stress.
iv. What to eat
Food rich in vitamins and proteins, such as green leafy vegetables and fresh fruits, are a must.
The nutrients will help your brain stay sharp. Avoid food with high fat content.
Don't drink too much coffee, tea or fizzy drinks. Caffeine will keep you up and reduce the clarity of your thinking.

v. NO distractions
Keep all unimportant issues at bay.
Right now, the board examinations should be your only focus. Stay away from distractions that could cause loss of concentration or unwanted anxiety. Stick to activities that do not break your study continuum.
vi. The power of positive thinking
Spend time with people who have a positive effect. It will rub off on you.
Avoid negative thoughts, such as 'Everyone else seems better organized, while I'm struggling.' Challenge such thoughts with positive thinking; for example, 'I have done well in exams before.'

vii. Practice relaxation techniques
Practice deep breathing, meditation and yoga as forms of relaxation. They help your body relax and reduce stress. Alternately, take a brisk walk in fresh air after your day's revision is over.
If you believe in God, pray before you start studying. Prayer will help you increase confidence reduce your stress as well.

And yes, lots of luck with those exams.

Answer 2

You must keep in mind that all tests are designed to give stress. All you can do is your best. Most people think of failure as the lowest but if you learn from failure it is actually not a lost cause. Life is not so rude to say you can't do something again and again and again. But at some point, you will need to realize that if you're taking a test 10 times that perhaps it's just not for you - and try something else. I view a test as a measuring tool for how you simply are placed amongst others. I never look at it that I definitely must pass this or I'm out. Fear is it's worst enemy. If you have studied and applied your best - what more can you do? And then be stressed out too? That's punishment. First of all, you know if, how well you have studied, so if you know that going into the test, you will only get out of the test by how much you've put in it. To not have studied much, means not to do well on the test. What's the fear? If you have applied yourself throughout the course, you test should be much easier to overcome.

Answer 3

The best way to overcome the fear and stress of examination is to study for it as much as you can and evaluate your knowledge by having your friend ask you a few questions from the notes and from the textbook.

The more you study and the more you prepare, the less stressful will the examination be.

When you know all the answers, then there is nothing to be stressed about.
But when you don't know much, then this is when you really get stressed out.

Answer 4

Study Study Study....If you know the stuff it will not be hard..the tricky part is most test try and confuse you in college. Just make sure to get good sleep the night before and make sure you have done all you could to prepare...during the test, if you see yourself second guessing a whole bunch..TAKE a break and go to the restroom and either take a breather or call a friend with a computer : )

Answer 5

Imagine yourself after the test. You have done well and you feel good. Life is coming up roses. Add on to that visualization a feeling that you know this to be true. Whenever your mind tries to stress about the exam, run this visualization and breathe deep into it.

Answer 6

Osho dynamic meditations are specifically designed to relieve stress and any feelings actually.
They worked perfectly for me.
They involve body movements and voice. It is not just silent sitting. Not yet.
Try them.

If not - go to a secluded area where you feel safe - and simply express all that stress - scream, shout. You will feel better.
Also sports can be really good. Orgasms also recommended.

Answer 7

Exam is a regular routine works of a student and just like game, there may be winning or fail, try to face the failure and try to be more and more efficient in this game of study. Studying is like eating and drinking and sleeping, that we have to spend at-least one our every day, study one word a day and one statement a day over and above the class-works.

Answer 8

if you're referring to a periodical exam, you should calmly start studying your lessons 2-4 wks before the day of your exam... and have faith in God...

and if you're referring to a medical tests about a disease or a check up, just entrust your life to God... and everything will be fine...

Answer 9

Deep breathing, visualization of success, something to refocus your mind off of the test.

Answer 10

Check out (http://www.reducingstress.net ) there is a lot of great articles and expert advice on the subject there.