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6th June 2023
10:37am BST
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“It's only a moment in time and there’s never been more opportunity there other than the CAO – for post-Leaving Cert courses, new apprenticeships launched, even for nurses,” she said.
“You have so many opportunities there – so give it your best but know it’s not the be-all and end-all.”
Creating a supportive home environment is the most important aspect as a way of ensuring your teenager is as calm as can be during such a stressful time.
One simple way to do this is by filling the fridge with comfort food and allow your children to indulge in this until the exams are finished.
However, she said healthier options should always be included, as it helps keep focus much more than junk food.
“It's more important to eat well because if they take too much Coke or sugar, they may not be able to concentrate and engage when they get in there,” she said.
“Fill the fridge with great food.”
She then added that keeping a copy of your child's exam timetable in a visible place is key as they should familiarise themselves with exactly where they need to be and at what time.
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