Pressure to do well in exams can feel overwhelming and too much stress can have a negative effect on mental health. Feeling a certain amount of anxiety about exams is normal, a small amount of stress can be useful, it can help motivate us to take action and get things done, but sometimes things can get too much and it’s important to recognise if things start to feel overwhelming. Some common signs of stress can include: Worrying a lot (this can be about anything, not just exa