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Exam Anxiety Therapy in Beylikdüzü
Exam anxiety shows up as going blank despite knowing the material, nausea, and sleeplessness before exams. At Sone Wellbeing Unit in Beylikdüzü, Istanbul, it is addressed by psychologists working with adolescents and adults; anxiety management and study routines are planned together, with family sessions when useful.
Sone Wellbeing Unit — Barış Mah. Samsun Cad. Makyol Yaşam Sitesi C1 Blok No: 14/5, Beylikdüzü, İstanbul
When to seek help
- Palpitations, stomach ache, insomnia before exams
- Mind going blank during the exam
- Procrastination or studying to exhaustion
- Catastrophic thoughts about failing
- Rising tension at home
How we approach it at Sone
This condition involves more than one of our units. As a wellbeing unit, our teams work together in the same process; you do not travel between different addresses.
Psychotherapy and Psychological Counselling
Thoughts and bodily reactions feeding the anxiety are worked on; breathing, exam simulations and a study plan are built. Family sessions reduce pressure at home.
Nutrition and Dietetics
Sleep and nutrition during exam season directly affect focus; a dietitian offers a practical routine.
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of exam anxiety?
Exam anxiety shows as going blank in the exam despite knowing the material, racing thoughts, nausea, stomach aches, sleeplessness in the days before, and avoiding studying because it feels overwhelming. Some students perform well in practice tests but far below their level in real exams. Mild nerves are normal; this pattern is not.
How does a psychologist help with exam anxiety?
Therapy targets the fear of failure and the catastrophic thoughts behind it, teaches calming techniques for the exam room, and rebuilds a realistic study routine. Practising under exam-like conditions helps the brain learn that pressure is manageable. Where perfectionism or family expectations feed the anxiety, these are addressed as well.
How many sessions are needed for exam anxiety before a big exam?
A focused programme of about 6–10 sessions is typical, depending on how much time remains before the exam. If the exam is close, sessions may be weekly with a strong emphasis on practical techniques. Starting a few months ahead allows deeper work on study habits, confidence and sleep.
Should parents attend exam anxiety therapy sessions?
For teenagers, the first session usually includes parents so the picture is complete, followed by a few family meetings when helpful. Most sessions are with the student alone. Parents learn how to support without adding pressure, which is often one of the most useful changes for the whole household.
What can I do if I go blank during the exam?
Going blank is the body's stress response, not a loss of knowledge. Pause for a slow breath, put the pen down for ten seconds, then start with the easiest question to build momentum. In therapy these steps are rehearsed until they become automatic, so students in Beylikdüzü arrive at the exam with a plan rather than hoping panic will not strike.
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