I read, read and reread but cant seem to recall or remember anything i have read, I read slower, faster, I even write the key thoughts of the book on paper and still cant remember, Im only 18 so it cant be Alzheimers, etc.. and the things I read I do want to learn and have interest in.. Obviously Neiche, Socrates and Descartes can be very boring but why is it everything I read somehow slips out and doesnt retain to stay in my mind? Anything I could do to help with this problem would be very much appreciated, thank you, and no its not that the material read is beyond my comprehension, **** just happens and I want to know how to fix it
2006-09-17 13:41:20 · 10 answers · asked by John Paul Jones 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Think "big picture". How does one thing fit into another? All details can be very dry and boring unless they have a meaning a to you.
If you can't remember names, try writing down the names and relationships of the characters on a piece of paper and stick the sheet in the book for reference.
Just my 2 1/2 cents.
2006-09-17 13:56:01 · answer #1 · answered by Wait a Minute 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try reading out loud, sometimes that can help. You could tape yourself reading and then listen to it again. You may be able to remember more if you hear it as well as read it.
You could also take notes or write key words on note cards to help you remember the main ideas of what you are reading.
Get a study partner and have them quiz you after reading. Maybe explaining what you read can help you retain the information.
You might need a change in the environment where you study. If there is a lot of noise and things going on, you may need to find an isolated, quiet place so your concentration will be better. I have a feeling that you may be easily distracted or you just have too much on your mind to concentrate fully on what you're reading!
Best of luck to you. I hope you find a strategy or two that will work for you!
2006-09-17 23:32:45 · answer #2 · answered by bigsis 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was the same way at 18. When I got a little older, I found things to read I was very interested in and became quite a reader. I even studied philosophy in college. I loved writing papers and doing research. Now I don't have time because I work. But you are totally normal, in my book.
2006-09-17 20:43:29 · answer #3 · answered by Easy B 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
People learn differently. Some people are visual learners, some auditory, other kinetic. Maybe you just need to consider adding a modality to your reading. The idea of reading aloud is one avenue. I would also recommend note taking. If you are a kinetic learner, just the action of moving with reading might help. As you go further into school, annotating [making short notes about the text] is standard.
Also, for pleasure reading, try listening to books of tape/CD.
Good luck!
2006-09-17 22:21:02 · answer #4 · answered by pwernie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is nothing but a suggestion. I knew a psychiatrist some years ago who said he was having the same kind of trouble you're describing when he was in college. What he discovered was that he had a learning disability that made it extremely difficult for him to retain what he read. His solution was to read what he needed aloud into a tape recorder and then listen to it later. He said it worked great. I know it's a pain in the butt, but you might try it to see what happens.
2006-09-17 20:49:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think you're too much inclined in reading, but just reading it without enthusiasts to know what you are reading for. Just focus to one important article in one day (but you can read the whole magazine) which you likely most. Then recall the items you read during bed time specially the prime subject mentioned in the article or at least the title itself then recall it again during your coffee breakfast. If this doesn't work, see your physician anyway for professional help.
2006-09-17 21:11:42 · answer #6 · answered by Sir Torex 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try to read something which you are interested in. Try seeing books with movies. Discuss about them with your friends. Read together. Don't stuff it. Start by simple things.
2006-09-18 10:33:16 · answer #7 · answered by (^_^) 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when i have time i can read a book in less than a day.I retain a lot of it so maybe you have a medical problem.
2006-09-17 21:04:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ginkgo Biloba
The herbal supplement ginkgo biloba is obtained from the ginkgo tree, which is also known as maidenhair tree.
It will help you with your memory.
2006-09-17 20:47:02 · answer #9 · answered by scootnoodles 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Perhaps you are just not very smart.
2006-09-17 20:43:40 · answer #10 · answered by uceuce 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋