Good Physical and Mental Study Habits Can Reduce Exam Stress

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Maintaining proper ergonomics is not crucial for simply studying for short periods of time around campus says Joines. Photo: Roger Winstead
Maintaining proper ergonomics is not crucial for simply studying for short periods of time around campus, says Joines. Photo: Roger Winstead

It’s the end of fall semester, and if you’re a student, you’re probably tired, stressed and looking forward to a couple of weeks of rest, relaxation, home-cooked meals and free laundry. But before you can kick back and enjoy yourself, you’ve got to make it through the most nerve-wracking portion of the semester: exams. And studying for them can be every bit as taxing — physically and mentally — as taking them can be.


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