Exam skills: 6 tips for dealing with study stress

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Preparing for and taking exams is for many, a stressful time. You can't think straight and are daunted by the amount you have to learn. But things are probably not as bad as they seem. Watch this video to find out six top tips to help you deal with the stress of studying and taking exams. Then test your understanding in our quiz here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/course/english-you-need/unit-28/session-1 [Images: Getty Images] Transcript Rob Preparing for and taking exams is for many, a stressful time. You can't think straight and are daunted by the amount you have to learn. But things are probably not as bad as they seem… take a deep breath and listen to our suggestions for dealing with exam stress…. Firstly, think about what exactly is stressing you out? It might be just one thing that you can put right – maybe it's just vocabulary that's worrying you, so pay more attention to revising that. It could be just lack of sleep that's stopping you from concentrating. Next, learn to recognise when you're getting stressed. Take a break and talk to someone who will understand your situation – a friend, teacher or maybe your parents. Talking to someone is a great way to help you see straight. Although working with fellow students has its benefits, don't compare your abilities with theirs. Everyone learns in different ways and at different speeds. If you're sure you've got the right revision strategy then you'll be ok. If not, get advice. And when you've been

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