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Role of parents in managing exam Stress

Role of parents in managing exam Stress : It is the exam time and most of the students must be having tough time and may be stressed. Exam stress not only for student but for the parents also. Parents play an important role in managing exam stress of their children. Here are some simple tips for parents:

Ø   Support them in their dreams rather than pressurizing them.

Ø   Encourage them to talk and reassure them that you are behind them and love them whatever the results.

Ø   Do not have unrealistic expectations of your children.

Ø   Try to separate what you might have wished for yourself at their age from what they wish for themselves now.

Ø   Be patient, understanding and always be prepared to listen to them.

Ø   Ensure that children get enough sleep and proper nutrition.

Ø   Allow them to play some games.

Ø   Help them to avoid the typical exam-time habit of too much junk food and caffeine by providing healthy snacks.

 

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