I feel like I'm going to fail GCSE and proms coming up...

I've been feeling really down about everything lately and the fact that exams are coming up makes me want to cry because I know I'm going to fail and everytime I even try to revise I keep on thinking its too late cos theres soo much work I cant get my head round.

Also, proms coming up and I dont have any friends at my current new school so I don't know if I should go but I've also wanted to go....any advice please?

If you are struggling with the content, I would recommend asking your subject teacher for more help. Knowledge lays the foundation for you to do well in your exams. If you are lacking knowledge, you won't be able to answer the questions. It is also worth doing as many practice questions and papers as you can, as this can test your understanding and your exam approach. You might find it useful to do a practice paper under mock conditions (timed and in silence, no notes). This will show you how you can organise your time and make sure you answer the questions well, and then also compare your answers to the mark scheme. This will identify the areas you need to improve.

If you want to go to prom - don't let it stop you! Everyone is there to celebrate end of exams and have a good time, and you can use this as a way to let your hair down after the stress of exams and get to know your classmates.

Same. Position. As. You. (With the exams)

I'm making a plan right now to get my sh*t together. Hopefully you'll find consolation with the fact that you are not alone.


Good luck!

Hey, don't worry. Everything will be fine. More stress will affect your health during exams.