| |  | Keep track - a homework timetable will help keep track of when you are set work and when it has to be completed |
| | | Don’t put it off - try to do your homework as soon as you can so it will be fresh in your mind and easier to do |
| | | Time - when is the best time for you to complete your homework? Straight after school or later in the evening? It's what works best for you that matters. |
| | | Educational programmes on the TV or radio. Sometimes seeing it on screen, or hearing it, can make a topic easier to understand |
| | | Use the Internet to find useful sites that can help you with your homework |
| | | Encyclopaedia DVDs & CD-ROMs contain loads of information. Have a hunt through and get the answers you need |
| | | Try Enquire a reference service provided by librarians (and supported by Somerset County Library Service) |
| | | finding somewhere quiet away from people, television and other distractions |
| | | having some noise in the background (usually music) that won’t distract you and may even help you concentrate a bit more. If this works for you keep it low and don’t be tempted to sing along! |
| | | You need to plan your projects carefully and make sure you don't leave things until the last minute. Break down the work into sections. Complete one section each week so you divide the workload properly over the time allowed |
| | | Take your time and make sure you choose topics you find interesting. Make sure you research properly before you start writing |
| | | You need to write carefully and clearly. Always check your spelling, grammar and punctuation. It's also worth checking if there is a word limit for your assignment |
| | | Make your own revision notes - you'll learn as you write |
| | | Be brief - check the syllabus, ask teachers, make sure you suss the key areas |
| | | Concentrate on the purpose of revision - get it right and the exams should be easier |
| | | Don't overdo it - your concentration lapses after a couple of hours. Take regular breaks |
| | | Experiment - try different revision techniques. Variety beats boredom |
| | | Focus - look at past exam papers and don't make pointless notes |
| | | Be confident and positive - this should help you learn more and use your knowledge when it counts |
| | | Stay calm, breathe slowly and try not to worry |
| | | Read all the instructions carefully |
| | | Keep an eye on the time so you make sure you spend enough time on each question |
| | | Remember you can only do your best! |
| | | Angry and impatient with people close to you |
| | | Close to tears over small events |
| | | Big mood swings |
| | | Alone and isolated |
| | | Self-esteem at rock bottom |
| | | Sleeplessness |
| | | Headaches |
| | | Tummy upsets |
| | | Loss of appetite or irregular eating |
| | | Panic attacks and difficulty breathing |
| | | Low energy and lack of concentration |
| | | Loss of interest in things around you |
| | | Check with your teachers on what you need to do to revise. Listen to their advice |
| | | Plan a realistic revision or study timetable. Include time to do things you enjoy as well as working |
| | | Take short breaks when studying or revising. A tired mind is not an active one! |
| | | Feed your brain. Eat healthy foods regularly |
| | | Take exercise, walk, run, swim, dance, play sport. It will help you sleep and make your brain work better |
| | | Get as much sleep as possible |
| | | Avoid misusing drugs - including alcohol - to help you relax or gain energy. They may seem to help at first but will quickly make things worse |
| | | Find time to relax and learn to switch off. Never go straight to bed after studying. Listen to some music, watch TV, take a short walk, have a warm bath or do something you like |
| | | Tune into your own feelings. If you feel anxious, tired, worried or stressed discuss your worries with people you trust |
| | | Concentrate on you. Don’t worry what other people say they are doing (it may not be true anyway) |
| | | Ultimately remember to just do your best. No one can expect any more of you than this. And if you don’t do as well as you hoped, it doesn’t make you a bad person |
