Tests are a high-stress situation for many students and professionals as grades, advancement, and sometimes jobs can be on the line. However, some people tend to perform poorly on tests despite ...

It’s normal for students to feel nervous before or during a test. But when test time consistently brings symptoms like a headache, shortness of breath or difficulty concentrating, it may indicate ...

Why do kids get test anxiety? Dr. Carl Nassar PhD, LPC, tells SheKnows that there are several reason some kids feel anxious when it comes to test-taking, and it’s heartbreaking. “We’re told that our ...

Test anxiety is a real problem, affecting 25% to 40% of U.S. students. Anxiety, along with academic stress, can appear as physical symptoms (such as headaches, nausea and sleeplessness) and ...

Going back to school is exciting, but terrifying. The rubber hits the road when homework and exams start. After a busy day, the last thing a child and parent want is a power struggle. Tears, fits, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. It’s wrong to assume that striving for perfectionism is inherently bad. It’s often healthy for artists, athletes, and many service ...

It’s normal for both adults and children to feel nervous once in a while. A little anxiety prior to an event like a presentation or test is common — and normal. “For some, a little nervousness can ...

Test anxiety can manifest as nerves before a test and a racing heart or sweating during a test. You can cope with it by taking a practice exam beforehand to prepare you for the stress. It may also be ...