Breathe your way to better grades? new study tests simple Stress-Busting technique
NCT ID NCT07158060
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether structured breathing exercises can help 12th graders reduce exam anxiety, improve attention, and boost academic performance. Sixty students preparing for university entrance exams will practice specific breathing techniques over several sessions. Researchers will measure changes in anxiety levels, attention scores, and grades to see if this low-cost, non-drug approach really works.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- breathing exercises
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way for students to manage exam stress and improve focus without medication.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants. Results may not apply to all students, and the benefits may be modest or temporary.
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