Supporting Young People Through Exam Season

Supporting Young People Through Exam Season is a compassionate, neuro-affirming guide for parents and caregivers whose young people find exam periods overwhelming. Written by psychotherapist Caroline Sutton, this guide explains why exam season can feel so much harder for anxious, neurodivergent or school-avoidant young people and what you can actually do to help. From understanding burnout and nervous system responses to practical revision strategies that work for different brains, this guide offers gentle, realistic support rooted in compassion rather than pressure. If your child is struggling this exam season, this guide will help you feel more informed, more confident and better equipped to support them through it.