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Exam stress busting ideas

Taking care of your wellbeing is very important, especially during exam time. 

Exams are a necessary part of the learning process but can often bring with them extra stress and anxiety.

The University's Wellbeing Services offer a number of tools and techniques to help you look after yourself throughout the academic year and during the exam period.​​​​ Here are some of those ideas:

Books and eBooks Reading can be a great form of self-care, and the Wellbeing Service have compiled a list of a wide range of books on various mental health topics.
Workbooks Wellbeing have developed workbooks that look at common issues which may arise during students' time at University, including overcoming exam stress, anxiety and procrastination.
Webinars Wellbeing offers webinars that you can attend or watch from home via your laptop or PC. Take a look at Preparing for Exams and Exam StressManaging Exam Stress and How to Just Do It: Overcoming Procrastination.
Audio Practice relaxation and mindfulness self-help by listening to some audio relaxation techniques.
Apps Wellbeing recommends a number of free wellbeing apps available for your mobile phone which allow you to access support for your mental health easily and discreetly.
Websites There are many popular self-help websites that can help you manage difficult feelings (like stress) at home and at your own pace.

 

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