RELAX to Reduce Stress and Improve Test Scores

Practicing relaxation techniques can reduce stress symptoms by:

■Slowing your heart rate

■Lowering blood pressure

■Slowing your breathing rate

■Increasing blood flow to major muscles

■Reducing muscle tension and chronic pain

■Improving concentration

■Reducing anger and frustration

■Boosting confidence to handle problems

~Mayo Clinic: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/relaxation-technique/SR00007