Abstract

This paper explores the role of Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy in managing anxiety among students.
Anxiety is a significant factor in poor academic performance, as it can block thoughts, create a negative frame of
mind, and lead to panic and potentially poor exam performance. The modern educational system heavily relies on
tests as a means of assessment, which can cause distress and threaten self-esteem and motivation. As many as 10
million students in elementary and secondary schools perform poorly due to anxiety, resulting in approximately
20% of school children and 25% of college students experiencing debilitating performance on tests. Test anxiety
can hinder students' educational development, and this paper suggests that Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy
should be effectively applied to address this anxiety to enhance school performance.
Keywords: Anxiety, Students, Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy, Performance