I definitely know what you mean about exam stress. I'm pretty much in the same position - I hadn't cut regularly for a few years, but now that my exams are coming up the urge is getting increasingly hard to fight. It's good that you recognise the stress as being an important factor here. I find I feel it most in the mornings, but I push myself to do revision and fight through the anxiety (maybe you could google some distraction or breathing techniques?). Maybe watch something funny on TV for a bit and then when you start to feel better maybe start some revision. It can take a while to focus and get into it but start with something light if you're still feeling bad. Then keep at it! I don't know if it'll work for you, but once I have a chunk of work out of the way I feel a lot more positive and less stressed. I'm not saying it'll be a quick solution to all your problems, but the less pressure you have on yourself, the easier it will be to deal with.
I hope this helps. Good luck hun
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