5 expert-recommended tips to deal with exam stress

These tips will help your kid be stress-free during exam season.

Written by Upneet Pansare | Updated : March 23, 2018 10:04 AM IST

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Exam Tips

Maths anxiety is seen more in girls than in boys. © Shutterstock

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Child Sleep Main Image

Adequate sleep: Many students pull all-nighters the night before their exam or stay up till the early hours of the morning each day. Getting enough sleep will help them stay healthy, and boost their memory. As we sleep, memory formation process happens in our brain. So, if you are trying to learn something new, you will perform better after sleeping. Lack of sleep causes metabolic slowdown, discomfort, irritability and craving for food.

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Kids Eating

5-6 regular meals: Eating regular meals helps to keep the nutrient and energy levels stable and curb the temptation of empty-calorie snacks. Eating the standard three-big-meals-a-day can slow them down mentally and physically. Consider 5 or 6 well-balanced, smaller meals, like toast spread with peanut butter, hummus or tuna, or a piece of cheese with fruit. Also Read - World Health Day 2026: Is spongiotic dermatitis the cause of your itchy, inflamed skin?

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Drinking-water

Hydration: Drinking a lot of fluids, especially in summer, is very important. Water makes up 85 percent of the brain’s weight, so lack of water can affect their productivity. Students should start their day with a glass of water, it will keep them hydrated and also prevent any kind of fatigue. You can try giving them traditional nimbu paani (lemonade) or coconut water.