Enhancing Academic Performance and Reducing Examination Stress: The Role of Brain Breaks in Cognitive Function and Student Well-Being
Keywords:
Brain-breaks, Examination anxietyAbstract
A lot of talk has gone around about what psychological and cognitive demand each test places on students. But high-stress levels can very well dampen our academic performances, anxiety difficulty in further focus due to mental fatigue. One solution, which has been introduced to help alleviate this problem is by including brain breaks during tests. This research paper follows the term brain breaks and their beneficial effects on student welfare beyond potential performance increases in assignments with a vital reference. Drawing on the existing literature, this review also provides fresh insights into brain breaks for successful application in real-world environments including exam preparation.
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