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Ashleigh Duncan

Northern Ireland counsellor on how to support children through exam stress

Exam stress refers to the anxiety and pressure that students experience during the period leading up to and during exams. It can be a difficult time to navigate in family life.

Rest assured, it is a common issue among students of all ages and can be caused by a variety of factors, such as a fear of failure, high expectations from parents or teachers, a lack of preparation, uncertainty about the future and/or a personal need/want to do well.

Exam stress can have negative effects on a student's mental and physical health as well as their academic performance.

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