PAGE CONTENTS
(1) Overview
(2) Useful websites
(3) Recommended books
(1) Overview
The treatment of test anxiety is similar to the treatment of other anxiety related problems, and involves a cognitive behavioral approach. The components include:
(A) Learning about the nature of anxiety
(B) Learning how to use relaxation skills
(C) Learning mindfulness skills to stay in the moment and refrain from making negative predictions
(D) Cognitive reappraisal (i.e., modifying unhelpful thoughts)
(E) Learning effective test preparation strategies
(2) Useful websites
(3) Recommended book
Taking the anxiety out of taking tests: A step-by-step guide, by Susan Johnson. (1997). [Amazon]