Here’s how to beat CBSE exam stress

DOCTOR SHARE VITAL TIPS TO HELP UAE STUDENTS COPE WITH FEARS LIKE ‘I’M GOING TO FAIL’

- BY ASHWANI KUMAR

While exam stress is common, mental health and paediatric specialists warn it should not be ignored, particularly when students feel overwhelmed or hopeless.

As CBSE board exams draw near, doctors in the UAE say a growing number of students can be struggling with intense anxiety, often expressing fears like “I’m going to fail.”

While exam stress is common, mental health and paediatric specialists warn it should not be ignored, particularly when students feel overwhelmed or hopeless.

Increasingly, they note, exam pressure is affecting both mental and physical health, making early support from parents, schools and students themselves essential. Experts say recognising warning signs early, adopting structured routines, and balancing study with rest and hobbies can help students navigate exams with confidence.