Tools to Overcome Test Anxiety:
Tools to Overcome Test Anxiety Here are a couple of things you can do to cope with test anxiety: Relaxation Techniques Positive Mental Attitude &
Relaxation Techniques:
Relaxation Techniques Deep Breathing Tensing and Relaxing Muscles Visualizing Relaxing Experience
Positive Mental Attitude:
Positive Mental Attitude Try to stop using negative statements and images concerning your study and experience with math. Focus on your small achievements and build on them one step at a time. We tend to grow into who we tell ourselves we are. Keep your inner dialog positive.
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Practice using a command thought such as “ Stop ” to interrupt a negative inner dialog. Coping Skills Replace negative inner dialog with realistic positive thoughts.
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“No matter what I do , I will not pass this course.” “I know that with hard work, I can succeed.” “I prepared for this test and will do the best I can.” “I’m going to fail this test and never graduate.”