I have like ADD or something.....What can I do to focus without taking medication?

Question

im in college and after i finish reading somethin, i completely forget what i read or i cant comprehend it. im not stupid it just take a while because im so scadder brained, it helps if i take genseng or some kind of energy pill or drink but is there any suggestion other than that?

Answer 1

Exercise can help as well. Swimming, bicycling, etc can help to stimulate your brain. Break your reading into small sections then write it or say it out loud to yourself. Move your body around during the frequent breaks--just don't forget to go back to the book!

You might also look at your diet. Are you eating well balanced meals? If you are eating a lot of sugar, then you may be suffering from the rollercoaster of high/low blood sugar which will definitely make you more foggy.

If none of this works, would it be so bad to go to your doctor and get some type of stimulant medication? There really should be no shame in it. If you needed glasses, would you be looking for ways to improve your focus or go to the eye doctor?

Answer 2

You may have ADD, but if you're interested in a drug-free treatment then I doubt your interested in getting tested by a physician. Being scatterbrained is not uncommon in college and unfortunately it may get worse upon graduation depending upon your lifestyle and occupation. There is hope however. Based on how you worded your question, my first thought is that you rarely have down time in your day. This means when you sit down to read, and you physically get to relax, your brain goes into overdrive, which can feel like it's going on the fritz. You probably start reading and before you get through the first paragraph you've found yourself thinking about something not written on the page you're reading.

So what do you do to avoid this situation? First, make sure you have a quiet place to study. This means no TV, radio, roommates, or unexpected phone calls. Second, before you begin reading take 5 to 15 minutes and sit cross-legged on the floor with your back straight, eyes closes, and hands resting on the top of your knees with your palms facing the ceiling. Then slowly breathe in and slowly breathe out. Try to make the time you spend on each inhale match the time you spend on each exhale. Continue doing this for several minutes. The only thing you should be thinking about during this exercise is trying to feel, hear, and monitor your breathing. Try not to allow other thoughts to enter your mind, but if they do don't shut them out. Acknowledge them, resolve them, and then go directly back to concentrating on your breathing. When your ready to get up and start you reading then go ahead. This exercise is a great technique used in Tai Chi for focus and is gaining popularity in Western culture as a stress reliever.

Answer 3

I am the exact same way and I'm almost out of college....What I did is all my generals first because those are the one's I hate to do therefore I don't focus....took 2 years...Then after that I just did all the fun things and things that interested me and I had no problems almost done and it doesn't feel like it....

Answer 4

Try reading smaller amounts at a time. Then write down (very briefly) what you have read. It helps to break up the readings into small parts then but something on paper. It really helps my memory. I wish you luck..I'm a college student also.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

try relaxing and clearing your mind so that youll be able to focus more on what youre about to do.

if i were you, while reading and you seem not to remember what youve read, try taking down notes while reading so that at least youll be able to somehow remember or have an idea with what youve just read.



try using post it flags/notes so that it would serve as reminders for you and the stuff you have to do.


goodluck!

Answer 7

You'll just have to re-read it and eliminate distractions.

Answer 8

YES YOU CAN, BUT YOU SHOULD SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE TO DETERMINE TO TALK ABOUT ALTERNATIVE TO MEICATION

Answer 9

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