I always get stressed out when it comes to take my yearly test. Can you tell me why?
439076
You always stress out because of all the pressure of studying for the test.
796235
As well as promising yourself a reward you should also try to change your mindset. Think about how important the exam actually is. I used to be really nervous about exams but now I tell myself they don't matter and I can always do them again I actually do much better.
1079863
The exam gives a standard, easily checked way for the instructor to evaluate the information gained (and spit back out) for all participants, supposedly without prejudice.  It sounds as if you have test-taking anxiety, which is not uncommon,  but is self-treatable.  Realize that anxiety over being evaluated doesn't magically end with graduation, as we are evaluated using such tools across all life realms, throughout our adult lives.  On the upside, realizing the issue lets you begin to deal with it and overcome it's debilitating effect.  Perhaps if you envision the VERY WORST that could happen (failing the test/course), and make peace in your mind that you may have to take it over, it can help you to relax enough to let you learning successes shine through on the exam.  Good luck, and try to remember it is just one test, NOT the only predictor of your future happiness.
922097
The best thing to do is to believe in yourself, first. If you go in afraid of the test there is a good chance it will kick your butt.\n\nWhile taking the test, if you feel anxious just put the pencil down, close your eyes and take a deep breath in and exhale. You may need to do it a couple times to relax but it works.\n\nAnd remember to take each question on it's own. Read all directions, read each question, look at the options and re-read the question before you make your choice. Eliminate the obvious and focus on what the question is asking.\n\nThe night before your test, try to eat a healthy dinner with veggies, some fruit. Get a good nights rest, a good 7-8 hours and no more than 9. The morning of the test be sure to eat a balanced breakfast. (That doesn't include sugary cereal--whole grains, protein, fruit, milk...)\n\nIt seems like a lot, but it helps me. Just KNOW that you can do it, and you will do it.
312491
well..its true that exams leads 2 a lot of stress but only to some people.if people who are studious or have an urge to rite the exam very well are not able 2 cope up wid the pressure n stress,they decide 2 end their life..which is very silly coz FAILIRE IS THE 1ST STEP TO SUCCESS and we shud learn never to give up and njoy this precious life God has given to us.accordin 2 the Bible,only God has the right to give or take lives.So i wanna tell 2 everyone that just chillax n work hard and take it easy.YO!!!
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Just study mainly the tests you took\n(hopefully you kept them, if not..just use the book)\nstudy some every day\nbut not too much..you don't want to stress yourself\nand it's good that they're in Octber because you've got alot of time!!\nGood Luck!
514778
Hey, when I am relaxed and not worried about a test, I do much better on it. When I am freaking out, I generally do worse.
114745
Hey I know just how you feel. I am type A personality so i get stressed real bad real fast. I try and find a quite place that i can sit cross legged and place my hands on my knees, I then take deep breaths in thru the nose to the count of ten, hold it for 7, then release it thru my mouth to the count of 10 with my tounge pressed against the roof of my mouth. This helps clear the mind becuase you are concentrating on breathing. All it really is is meditation. Try it and see if it helps.
68115
most of the time test anxiety arises from being unprepared. If u study enough days prior to the test...u should be able to go over some important facts and review the night before
416087
You shouldn't give up. The more you do, the stronger you are and the more you can do! Whenever you get stressed out, relax, take a break. Breathe in and breathe out. Then go back to the problem once you're stressed and work on your grades! I'm in highschool, so I don't know how stressful college can be, but I do know that school can be quite frusterating.
414060
are u under n e more stress than usual, because that could be a factor
412716
it sounds like maybe you have performance anxiety, like maybe you're afraid of doing the work so your body kicks in so you don't have to. this happens to me, too. i think i'm afraid of being judged. is there a counselor you could talk to about this? could be something like ADD, too, or just an inability to concentrate. good luck.
237869
Procrastination is the problem here my friend...\nWe all do that. We put-off studying till the 11th hour and then end up having to work on loads of stuff. At this point, we get scared and our heart fills with feelings of frustration, giult, & failure.\nHere's are a few references that might help...I was a chronic procrastinator...I would be scared to study. Now i am slowing getting the confidence.\nREMEMBER: There is NO substitute for hard work\nBest of Luck!!!!
850273
Being a good test taker is all about confidence. You probably have all the knowledge to answer the questions. Just stay calm and focus and you'll do great. Oh yeah, and studying helps too.
885911
it may be easier said than done but the 1st thing is do not panic, take some deep breaths and use visualisation, imagine being in  a clalm quiet place that you know, then let out all the anxieties out whilst you take deep breaths.  then as you inhale think calming thoughts etc. focus on the test when you get in as the questions wil not look as dificult. read each question 3 times before jumping in, write clearly and precisley.  \n\ntreat each question dffernenly try not to get too distracted by idle thoughts or the next test. good luck
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take a deep breath and dive in.  answer the questions you know first and then go back over the rest.\n\nfor future reference, studying in the state of mind that you'll be in when taking the test helps (even if its a state of nervousness, believe it or not).  Also, if there's any way of studying in the room that you'll take the test in, this will help you as well.  The familiar surroundings will jog your memory.  If you cant do that, bring along a familiar pencil that you used to study with.  Stupid stuff like this actually works.
897659
You get what you expect.  If you expect all that anxiety during the exam, that is exactly what is going to happen.  The key is to change your expectation.  Build your self-confidence, stay calm.  Take it easy.  It is one step at a time.  Anybody can do that.  You can do it.  Believe in yourself.  So instead of letting yourself get overwhelmed with the WHOLE exam, lookk at only ONE problem at a time.  Do only that problem.  Take it easy.  Then move on to the next.