On December 19, an educational training on the topic "Manage Your Anxiety, Show Your Knowledge" was held, jointly organized by the Psychological Service Center of Sumgayit State University and the Student Trade Union Committee.
the Head of the Department of Pedagogy and Psychology, Associate Professor Aytekin Mammadova opened the training with an introductory speech, greeted the students and provided information about the activities of the Psychological Service Center. In her speech, the associate professor touched upon the psychological foundations of anxiety and stress arising before the exam and emphasized that it is possible to manage this anxiety with the support of a psychologist. She stated that the main goal of the training is to form knowledge about the scientific and practical foundations of exam stress in students, as well as to develop psychological skills for effectively managing the tension that arises during academic activities. Then, a psychologist at the Psychological Service Center, Fidan Aliyeva provided information on the causes of stress during exams, the main mental factors that increase it, and ways to manage stress. She referred to modern psychological research discussed effective stress management methods that can be applied before and during the exam. During the training, students were taught practical methods such as breathing techniques, positive thinking strategies, and self-confidence building. At the same time, interactive discussions were held with the participants and practical tasks were completed.