Experiencing anxiety before and during an exam is normal. Some students have physical symptoms, such as headaches, nausea, feeling faint, or change in body temperature. Others express more emotions, such as wanting to cry or feeling angry or helpless. Experts say a little anxiety is useful for stimulating your body and can actually enhance performance.
Most students feel some level of anxiety and most can bring it down to a manageable level.
Plan ahead Attend Class. Organize your time. Research has shown that students learn best when they have shorter, more frequent study periods, distributed over a longer period of time. Find a quiet place and a partner to study with. Look over notes and review the night before the exam.