Springtime brings high-stakes testing for children and teens—from the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) for grades 3–8, to the Illinois Science Assessment, to the ACT for high school juniors. When combined with benchmark testing and final exams, it’s no surprise that many students experience test anxiety that can impact both their mental health and their … Continue reading Kidsmatter 2 Us – Stressed About Tests? How To Reduce Test Anxiety in Young People