Cracking the JEE Mains is the main objective for every student preparing for the IIT–JEE exam, and they are willing to do everything possible, from studying long hours to referring to multiple books. The long hours of coaching often appear to be the most difficult part for everyone, including the parents of the students undergoing preparation.
However, there are several harsh realities in the life of JEE aspirants that their loved ones need to understand so they can offer the right support.
Pressure of Competition
Staying ahead of the competition is not always a positive factor that boosts the inspiration of JEE aspirants. In many cases, it affects them negatively,creating extra stress, reducing self-confidence, and making them feel demotivated and disconnected.
Understanding what they are going through and helping them rebuild confidence, while creating a supportive environment, is crucial because not every student has the ability to self-motivate consistently.
Fear of Getting Scolded
Regular assessment tests are meant to make students understand problem models, the exam’s depth, and the real exam environment. These tests help them steadily improve day by day, not to judge their performance harshly, especially when the results are poor.
Instead of focusing on what they can do to improve, students often worry more about disappointing their parents, getting scolded, or not achieving their goals, which adds unnecessary anxiety.
How to overcome this
Have open communication with your JEE-preparing children. Support them with positive words and remind them of their real potential so they can stay focused without fear or diversion.
Unable to Take Breaks
Long study hours over a long period definitely require breaks to relieve stress, recharge, and boost productivity. But the hectic syllabus, approaching exam time, and constant pressure to practice prevent students from taking necessary breaks.
The fear of “what parents or teachers will say” adds even more pressure, resulting in frustration and burnout.
Encourage short, meaningful breaks to help them feel refreshed and re-energized.
Lost Health
The hectic routine of coaching, preparation, exams, and competition often takes a toll on students’ health. Irregular meals, lack of sleep, restlessness, and little to no physical activity significantly affect both physical health and mental wellness.
Providing a healthy diet on time, encouraging adequate sleep, and promoting activities like meditation can greatly reduce these negative impacts.
Social Pressure
Almost every serious JEE aspirant experiences the hidden pressure of worrying about results — what happens if the score is not as expected, how society will react, and how people might judge their capabilities.
Giving them the assurance that you will stand by them no matter what builds enormous confidence and helps them stay mentally strong.
