{"id":461,"date":"2022-12-09T12:09:03","date_gmt":"2022-12-09T12:09:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.napier.ac.uk\/library\/?p=461"},"modified":"2022-12-09T12:11:04","modified_gmt":"2022-12-09T12:11:04","slug":"preparing-for-exams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.napier.ac.uk\/library\/2022\/12\/09\/preparing-for-exams\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to Beating Exam Stress"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;color: #333399\">A Guide to Beating Exam Stress<\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\">It might be hard to believe, but exams are nearly here and 2022 is nearly over. I know, <em>right!?<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\">The exam period can be a highly stressful time, and it\u2019s understandable you may be feeling overwhelmed, stressed or unsure about how to manage yourself and your time. If you&#8217;re looking for help, there are a number of places you can go to find it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\">Our libraries are open to you for individual and group study. We&#8217;ve got a great variety of resources if you\u2019re in need of some study tips, no matter where you are in your academic journey. Pop on over to our <strong><a style=\"color: #333399\" href=\"https:\/\/eu.alma.exlibrisgroup.com\/leganto\/readinglist\/lists\/6213538090002111?institute=44NAP_INST&amp;auth=SAML\">exam support<\/a><\/strong> reading list for resources on studying smart, mindfulness, taking successful exams, study skills, and beating stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\">Here are our top tips to help get you through.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"line-height: 33.6px\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;color: #333399\">Top Tips for\u00a0Beating Exam Stress<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\"><strong>1.<\/strong> Timetable and prepare a study plan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\"><strong>2.<\/strong> Create a study space that is comfortable, quiet, well-lit, organized, and has no distractions nearby.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\"><strong>3.<\/strong> Put your information into a format that allows you to absorb it best.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\"><strong>4.<\/strong> Take regular study breaks. Alternating subjects you\u2019re studying will also help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\"><strong>5.<\/strong> Remember self-care!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\"><strong>6.<\/strong> Schedule fun activities to reduce your stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\"><strong>7.<\/strong> Eat nutritious foods and exercise regularly to keep your brain power and energy up!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\">8. Make sure you have all the items you need for any exams. Get them ready the day before to avoid rushing on the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\">9. Remove anything distracting to help you focus. Try putting your phone in a different room when revising.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\">10. Write down revision targets for the day, review your progress, and update your revision timetable and targets appropriately.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\">Most of all:\u00a0 Remember to rest \u2013 get a good night\u2019s sleep \u2013 and also relax! Check out our <a style=\"color: #333399\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.napier.ac.uk\/library\/virtual-relaxation-space\/\"><strong>Virtual Relaxation Space,<\/strong><\/a> Or one of our special exam chillout areas in all our Libraries. You can find them next to the relaxation zones.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\">Keep an eye out on our Digital screens for more exam tips. Here&#8217;s a taster:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;color: #333399\">Further Support<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\">Please do remember that if you\u2019re experiencing difficulties, get in touch with Napier\u2019s <a style=\"color: #333399\" href=\"https:\/\/www.napier.ac.uk\/study-with-us\/student-life\/counselling-and-mental-wellbeing\"><strong>Counselling &amp; Mental Wellbeing service<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0Drop them an email at <strong><a style=\"color: #333399\" href=\"mailto:counselling@napier.ac.uk\">counselling@napier.ac.uk<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0or call them on<strong> 0131 455 2459<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #333399\">Photo by <a style=\"color: #333399\" href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@jeshoots?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">JESHOOTS.COM<\/a> on <a style=\"color: #333399\" href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/s\/photos\/stress?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\">Unsplash<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Guide to Beating Exam Stress It might be hard to believe, but exams are nearly here and 2022 is nearly over. 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