Exam Stress

Keeping mentally healthy during exam time

As we head towards the main exam time it's worth revising how we can support young people at what can be a very stressful time.

Young Minds have a series of support pages aimed to help with exam stress and anxiety. Their advice is available to help school staff, parents and carers and, of course, young people themselves. You can find this helpful advice at the links below:

• School staff
• Parents
• Young people

YoungMinds – offering advice and strategies to keep well during your exams;

Exam Stress | How To Deal with Exam Stress | YoungMinds

The Mix - offers support and guidance. They also have a 24-hour online chat service;

Exam Stress | What To Do When Stressed For Exams | The Mix

Samaritans – stress relieving activities;

Exam Stress | Coping Strategies | DEAL | Samaritans

Student Minds – resources for exam stress;

Exam stress - Student Minds

Mind – how exam stress affects us and top tips;

Information for 11-18 year olds – Exam stress - Mind

Childline – guidance and free phone line;

Exam stress and pressure | Childline