Coping With Study Stress
Coping with study stress is an essential skill that every child has to learn as
there is no escape from the stress produced during their tertiary years. Stress is any kind of pressure that
affects a child in his daily life. Stress maybe healthy or unhealthy depending on the way the child reacts to
it. Stress that are produces from studies can occur from the transitions between different academic levels,
examinations and inability to get along with friends in school.
Helping Your Child Cope With Study Stress
It is important that parents should know their child's learning ability and style as each child
differs in his/her learning ability and the limits of the child. Some children progress differently base on their
learning styles. For example, some thrive on repetitive exercises while others do better in a creative learning
environment.
Developing A Healthy Mind And Body
A healthy body is necessary to cope with stress. The child can achieve physical by exercising
regularly as it is a good way to relieve tension. Exercise should be done during the examination period as it does
not distract the child but helps him/her relieve stress.
Eating balanced and nutritious meals regularly is also an important factor in building up a
strong and healthy body for the child. Breakfast should not be missed as it is the most important meal of the
day.
Planning Studies Wisely
Where homework is concerned, parents should be more concerned with the quality then the
quantity. A child tends to get bored if he/she does the same type of exercise repeatedly. Parents should pick the
right type of assessment books based on the child's standard and the subjects that they are taking. Always
encourage your child to complete his homework everyday and do not allow him/her to procrastinate.
Working Out A Timetable For Studies And Play
Work out a study timetable for your child where the revisions are properly spaced out and there
is time for play and enjoyment. Planning a packed timetable will cause the child to loose interest in studying, as
he/she do not see the reward for the hard work which is some play time.
Motivating The Child
Always give recognition to your child's efforts and improvements as it will motivate him/her.
Encouragement to a child is very important as it keeps him/her on the right track. An essential part is
acknowledging the strengths before the weakness as it will allow the child to be more receptive of the comments
given by the parents on his/her weakness.
Handling Failure Positively
Failure is part and parcel of life, there is no one in this world who has never ever failed in
his entire life. Speak to your child in a nice way and attend to his/her feelings by telling them that you
understand that they are disappointed too. Emphasize that what is important is learning from the mistakes and not
doing it again in future. Solve the problem together with the child after he/she has gotten over the
disappointment.
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