"Math anxiety" refers to the fear or stress that some people experience when they have to do math or solve mathematical problems. It can make them feel nervous, panicked, or even avoid math altogether. Full definition
Still, researchers have detected patterns and approaches that seem to help the majority of students develop positive attitudes toward math, reduce math anxiety, and increase math achievement. (renaissance.com)
Ensure students master fundamental skills, as proficiency with basic numerical and spatial processing may prevent math anxiety from developing in young students. (renaissance.com)
Along with dealing with a class of students sitting at different capability levels, often comes the issue of maths anxiety — a topic we've explored before at Teacher. (teachermagazine.com.au)