CBT Worksheet for Test Anxiety
By
HappierTherapy
Free worksheets are currently unavailable in some cases.
Author bio
The Happier Therapy editorial team is made up of Masters and PhD counselling psychologists. Each worksheet is created by a team member with exposure to and experience in the subject matter. The worksheet then gets reviewed by a more senior editorial member. This is someone with extensive knowledge of the subject matter and highly cited published material.
What is the theory behind this CBT Worksheet for Test Anxiety?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on negative thoughts related to different types of anxiety. Test anxiety is a type of performance anxiety that affects children and teenagers, and manifests as nervousness before an exam or test. Because individuals are unable to focus due to negative thoughts, their academic performance can be negatively influenced.
How will this worksheet help?
The purpose of this worksheet is to help individuals feel more at ease and relieved by cognitive restructuring of negative thoughts. It will help individuals in developing effective coping mechanisms and modifying them into balanced thoughts. It will develop self-confidence and boost your self-esteem through positive affirmations.
How to use the worksheet?
This worksheet can be used to assist young people in recognizing their nervous feelings and thoughts before an exam which makes them more anxious about the outcome. It further also asks them to list certain actions, encouraging remarks, and coping mechanisms.
Was this helpful?
References
Find a supportive therapist who can help with mental health.
