first off, this is just from my personal experience as a student with ADHD and autism. some of these will not work for everyone, and that is a-okay! it is important to pinpoint what distracts you and your needs:.
are you distracted by people / noise?
isolate yourself (if possible!)
- wear headphones / ear defenders
remove distractions such as unneeded tabs on your computer or notifications on mobile devices
- gather everything you need before getting started to avoid having to break your train of thought. this may include your assignments, any resources or textbooks needed, headphones, and a drink or snack!
are you distracted by silence / loneliness?
- play soft or familiar music
- find a study group or partner to join!
- ask a family member or friend to sit with you
- sit with a pet (particularly for loneliness)
are you distracted by need to move?
- chew gum or chew on a stim toy
- pacing / fidgeting is not a bad thing!
- tap your fingers or leg to some music!
- sway or rock in your seat
are you overwhelmed by the amount of work?
- take brain breaks!
- break down your tasks into smaller segments
- put important dates on a calendar (physical or digital)
- set alarms to determine the amount of time you need to be working and the amount of time for your brain breaks
- make checklists and to-do lists (it’s fun to cross things out!!)
- reward yourself for completing tasks
feel free to reblog! (even if you are neurotypical)
adhd /autism study tips
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