Strategies for teens facing a temporary ‘new normal’

Imagine you studied weeks in advance for a major exam. You trust yourself. You are confident you have the knowledge you need, and you get a good night’s sleep. The day of the test comes. You sit at the desk and find yourself in a blank stare, unable to comprehend the first question. You think, “Maybe if I check the other questions, I won’t feel so intimidated.” You flip through a few pages …