Students often experience a familiar sensation when faced with a test. Despite preparation, their mind goes blank and panic sets in. This phenomenon is more than just pre-test jitters. It can hinder a student's ability to demonstrate their knowledge. A recent analysis sheds light on this issue, defining it as a set of emotional and physiological reactions.

Further details are available on how to manage this common problem. Anxiety can be a normal response to stress, but excessive levels can be detrimental.

The distinction between normal anxiety and debilitating anxiety is an important one, and more information can be found on this topic.