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Sponsored by: Student Counseling Services Ellington Room 202

Dealing with Test Anxiety. Sponsored by: Student Counseling Services Ellington Room 202. WHAT IS TEST ANXIETY?. SYMPTOMS OF TEST ANXIETY. Unable to concentrate Easily distracted Fidgeting “Butterflies” Quickened heart rate Nausea, sweaty palms, headache. WHO IS AFFECTED?.

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  1. Dealing with Test Anxiety Sponsored by: Student Counseling Services Ellington Room 202

  2. WHAT IS TEST ANXIETY?

  3. SYMPTOMS OF TEST ANXIETY • Unable to concentrate • Easily distracted • Fidgeting • “Butterflies” • Quickened heart rate • Nausea, sweaty palms, headache

  4. WHO IS AFFECTED? • Everyone feels some anxiety • Some see a test as an opportunity • Some see a test as a threat • A test-anxious student does not perform to their full potential

  5. Why Test Anxiety? • PRESSURE • PAST EXPERIENCE • FEAR OF FAILURE

  6. TIPS FOR AVOIDING TEST ANXIETY • Remember it is just one test • Practice good study habits • Do not rely on drugs to help you • Take care of yourself • Set high, attainable goals • Do not compete with others • Focus energy on the test • Practice relaxation techniques

  7. SHORT ANSWER EXAMS • Budget your time • Do easiest questions first • Look for clues in the question • Answer each question • Use the full time allowed

  8. ESSAY EXAMS • Read all questions first • Organize your ideas • Start with the easiest questions • Proofread at the end

  9. OBJECTIVE EXAMS • Solve in the order given if possible • Read each choice carefully • Think as you read • Finish the exam

  10. PROBLEM SOLVING TESTS Before Test Study major concepts and formulas. Solve practice problems. During Test Identify the givens & the unknowns. Write down formulas used for each problem.

  11. CONTROLLING TEST ANXIETY • Think Positively • Use Your Imagination for Good • Practice Healthy Lifestyle • Learn to Relax

  12. Student Counseling Services Ellington Room 202 221-6162

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