"If I think about exam day, I get anxious." Has it ever happened to you?

Here are some simple and effective strategies to better manage anxiety and face exams calmly.

A quick tip?

When you feel that intense emotion, try taking 3 to 5 slow breaths. This helps lower your heart rate, relaxes your nervous system, and allows you to respond more clearly and regain focus.

Want to learn more?

Join the OrientaLab workshop "Emotionally-minded: I recognise and embrace my own emotions" where we’ll talk about how to identify, accept, and positively manage emotions at university. This free resource is available for students at the University of Bologna to help you study more effectively and confidently tackle your academic journey.

 

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Published on: 07 January 2025

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