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COPING WITH EXAM

COPING WITH EXAM. S T R E S S. A Parent Guide Sam March Senior Educational Psychologist. Is Stress Helpful or Harmful. Zone of Optimal Performance. P E R F O R M A N C E. Distress. Eustress. Extreme Stimulation. No Stimulation. Optimal Stress. Anger Excessive Worries

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COPING WITH EXAM

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  1. COPING WITHEXAM S T R E S S A Parent Guide Sam March Senior Educational Psychologist

  2. Is Stress Helpful or Harmful Zone of Optimal Performance P E R F O R M A N C E Distress Eustress Extreme Stimulation No Stimulation Optimal Stress

  3. Anger Excessive Worries Depression Mood swings Anxiety Forgetfulness Tiredness Poor concentration Profuse sweating Lack of interest in studies despite efforts made Changes in sleep or eating patterns Signs of a Stressed-out Teenager

  4. Watch Out!— Your Child’s Greatest Stressors 1. Unrealistic or unreasonable expectations 2. Excessive competition 3. Low self esteem & self worth 4. Nagging, belittling, comparing 5. Last minute preparation 6. Lack of trust and friendship 7. Conflict 8. Life change

  5. Preparing • Timetabling • Study Skills • Length of study sessions ( 2 x 45 minutes then break?) • Time of day? • Subject breadth • Peer revision? • Expectations re chores etc • Build in pampering

  6. Stress reducers/valves 1. Positive Attitude 2. Rest & Recreation a. Sleep b. Breaks c. Exercise (fresh air/sun) 3. Good nutrition habits a. Wholemeal rice/bread b. No sugar/caffeine c. 8 glasses of water daily d. Fruits & vegetables

  7. 4. Autonomy & Space 5. Support and guidance/ problem solving 6. Affirmation & Praise 7. Empathic Listener 8. Unconditional love & regard 9. Rewards not sanctions Stress reducers/valves

  8. Find Out More • Pastoral Care • http://www.childline.org.uk • http://www.mind.org.uk/ For those wanting to look at complimentary therapy options • http://www.bcma.co.uk/

  9. Thoughts Feelings Behaviours Coping

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