What causes mind blanks during exams?
Mind blanks are typically triggered in response to a perceived threat. The chemical process that takes place essentially clears out your working memory, quiets logical processes, and walls off memory.
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Stressed out: the psychological effects of tests on primary school children
Seven and 11-year-olds feel the pressure from their parents and teachers.
Parents, are you feeling the pressure too? Here’s how to help your child cope with exam stress
A fortnight of exams in year 12 can be a stressful time for students. Here's some tips for parents on how to take control of exam stress.
Study confirms HSC exams source of major stress to adolescents
A recent study by the UNSW School of Education shows us what teachers, students, and their parents have long known, despite limited research in this area – Year 12 can be highly stressful for students.
Increase in special exam consideration reflects increase in mental illness diagnoses
Recent media reports have indicated there is a growing number of students requiring special considerations for coursework and exams.
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