Book excerpt: HIGHER TEST SCORES WITH LESS STRESS - HERE ARE THE TOOLS. This is an essential book for students in high school and college and anyone preparing for an important exam. Many students struggle with test taking: distractions, stress, fear, and trouble concentrating are the chief culprits. Even if you don't struggle, you may still want to improve your test scores. Researchers have found that practicing mindfulness can boost your performance and test scores. And this book will show you how. In this groundbreaking book designed for busy students, you will learn exactly how to use mindfulness to: - Improve your focus - Overcome test anxiety - Release stress - Increase your test scores By following the simple steps in this book, you can study smarter and perform better on every test and even enjoy the process.