We may have spoken about this topic earlier on this site but due to the increasing number of students’ suicides in the country, it is important that parents play a keen role in easing the stress and pressure that most kids face during exams…
Parents need to be their child’s study buddy. What most parents do is that they “tell” their child to study. Sometimes, telling is not enough. Sit with your child, open his books, read for him, explain to him in case you feel he has not understood the concept, do not rely on “tuition teachers” as no one can teach your kid the way you do, hug him, caress him and be his best support, mentor and guide and always be available for your kids especially during exams!
Most Indian mothers do this but I will still highlight this: ensure that your child is eating properly. You may have noticed that the eating patterns in your kids will change during exams, he or she will feel puckish, giddy, or sometimes children overeat to cope with stress. Increase the intake of fruits during exams. Do not force him to drink milk or eat every two hours.
This may not work. Let your child eat when he or she feels hungry. Also make sure your child sleeps properly – at least 8 hours. Avoid food that contains high-fat, high-sugar and high-caffeine foods as these products can make studying harder. One thing that parents need to be strict about is watching TV and sitting on the computer during exams.
These activities are in no way helping your child to relax. Also, they are addictive and your child will not realize how much time he has wasted watching TV or chatting. Be strict and don’t allow your child to do the same especially during exams, instead take them for a walk or tell them to shut their eyes and concentrate on the breathing.
Incase your child has done poorly in the one exam; don’t let that affect the next paper. Try and keep a healthy and a happy atmosphere at home where the child can study stress free!