Examination anxiety is something that is experienced by a lot of students across the globe. Students as young as five years can also be a victim of this anxiety. Examination anxiety is nothing but the fear of not being able to perform well in your exams which becomes so dangerous that it starts affecting the biological functioning of the body. The effects of examination anxiety can be sometimes very hazardous. For example, in some cases, students start getting seizures or become so emotionally vulnerable that they run away from the classroom while giving their exams. It's very important for parents to understand the mental state of the child if they're going through any such thing. What a child needs the most during this time is the support of their parents and the concerned teachers. Also enrolling your child in some counseling sessions that will help in building their self-confidence and overcoming the fear of examination can also be very useful. It is important for the parents to note that they have to be very patient with the child as the problem will not get solved overnight. Like any other chronic disease, it takes time for the child to overcome the fear of examination and it will just not vanish within a few days or weeks. The process is going to be a lifelong process where the child has to be frequently given reminders that examinations are as important as they perceive them to be. The key to dealing with this anxiety for both parents and children is having patience.
