Beware of digital risks during exam season! The exam process distorts young people's perception of time

SLEEPLESS NIGHTS, COUNTLESS TESTS

With only a few days left until the LGS and YKS exams, the stress and anxiety levels of candidates preparing for the exams and the families supporting them are increasing day by day. After a year of intensive study, sleepless nights, and solving countless tests, this final stretch is becoming a turning point filled with both hope and anxiety for many students.

EXAM ANXIETY CAN LEAD TO CONCENTRATION DIFFICULTIES

During this period, questions such as "Did I study enough?" or "What if I don't get the score I want?" begin to circulate in students' minds. The anxiety that increases with these thoughts can lead to sleep disturbances, loss of appetite or conversely, excessive eating, difficulty concentrating, and even physical symptoms.

"EXAM STRESS IS A NORMAL SITUATION, WHAT MATTERS IS MANAGING IT"

Stating that it should not be forgotten that every student experiences this process differently, Kamir said, "Stress is a normal situation. But managing it is important. Instead of trying to cope with the stress they experience on their own during this process, students need a support mechanism that will guide them and ensure they get through this difficult turn more comfortably. Families should project an image to their children that success is not measured solely by exam results, and that they are focused on their personal development and well-being."

BEWARE OF THE DIGITAL TIME TUNNEL

Stating that negative thoughts should be avoided during this process, Kamir continued his words as follows: "Instead of focusing on negative experiences in the past, remembering previous successful exams or learning processes will reinforce self-confidence. Instead of belittling your own performance, you should appreciate every small success you have achieved.

TIME SPENT ON SOCIAL MEDIA IS IMPORTANT

Our brain can create the perception that time passes much faster under an intense and continuous flow of information. The dynamic algorithms of social media platforms come into play exactly at this point, creating a 'time tunnel' effect by constantly keeping users busy with new content. This situation poses a serious risk, especially for students in the exam period. Users may not realize that the time spent on these platforms is actually much more than they think. The fast and continuous flow of information offered by these platforms can negatively affect focus skills in addition to distorting the brain's perception of time. Valuable hours that should be allocated to studying can melt away within social media notifications and the endless feed. Our perception of time can be lost. We need to set restrictions."