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While mathematics is often considered a hard subject,
not all difficulties with the subject result from cognitive
difficulties. Many children and adults experience feelings of anxiety,
apprehension, tension or discomfort when confronted with a maths
problem.
The study, led by researchers from the University of Cambridge, showed that maths anxiety is seen more in girls than boys. The gender gap stems from the gendered stereotypes about the ability to crack maths...
In a sample of 1000 Italian students, the team found that girls in both primary and secondary school had higher levels of both maths anxiety and general anxiety.
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The study, led by researchers from the University of Cambridge, showed that maths anxiety is seen more in girls than boys. The gender gap stems from the gendered stereotypes about the ability to crack maths...
In a sample of 1000 Italian students, the team found that girls in both primary and secondary school had higher levels of both maths anxiety and general anxiety.
Read more...
Source: IOL