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[Biowatch]

Stress Interferes With Problem Solving; Beta Blocker May Help

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2005/11/051117174336.htm

You have a good point. Children raised in difficult situations may not be stupid, they might be tightly focussed on something other than getting a good grade. This tight focus on a bad situation may not help in the long run.

In terms of musicians, I've heard that beta-blockers can help prevent performance anxiety, but this all goes back to who can afford what and get legitimate drugs prescribed off-label, so is probably off topic here.