Psychologist shares stress-busting tips for Kazakhstan's national exams
As students in Kazakhstan prepare for the Einheitlichen Nationalen Prüfungen (Unified National Testing), psychologist Marina Syyrbai has shared practical advice to ease exam stress. She warns that pushing children with threats or rewards for high marks can increase anxiety and fear of failure. Instead, she recommends a balanced approach to study and emotional well-being.
Syyrbai stresses that perfect exam readiness is impossible. She advises students to focus on steady progress rather than last-minute cramming. Taking regular breaks and reviewing completed work helps maintain concentration and prevents burnout.
To manage stress before an exam, she suggests simple techniques. Slow, deep breathing can lower anxiety, while the grounding method—naming five nearby objects—helps regain focus. Parents should avoid comparing children to others, instead measuring progress against their own past performance. For teenagers struggling with pressure, Syyrbai recommends emotional space and reassurance. Exam results do not define their worth, she explains. If scores fall short, parents should stay calm, analyse mistakes, and offer support rather than criticism. Structuring daily routines also plays a key role. Syyrbai advises setting fixed time blocks for studying, sleep, walks, and music. This balance ensures students stay rested and focused during preparation.
Syyrbai's guidance aims to reduce exam-related stress by fostering realistic expectations and self-compassion. Her techniques—from breathing exercises to structured schedules—help students approach tests with greater confidence. The focus remains on steady effort rather than unattainable perfection.
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