I find it really hard to concentrate when I study, what can I do to concentrate?

Question

I find the material interesting, and it's definitely understandable. I don't study in a very distracting setting, but in the end I still feel like most of the stuff just escapes me for some reason. Are there any study tips you guys can give?

Answer 1

Well, you could force yourself away from distractions, which usually doesn't work (personal experience)

I usually go to a nice quiet spot, such as my local library or Starbucks, you'll get a lot done, and you'll be happy with your working efficiency.

Good Luck!

Answer 2

When I went back to college after many years, I had the same problem. I had to relearn how to learn. I found a video that really helped me. It's called "Where there's a will, there's a way" I got a copy from the local library. It had all sorts of tips on how to memorize, how to get more accomplished in a shorter time and much, much more. I have given this as a gift and lent my own copy out over and over. I even did a study skills seminar based on this tape for nontraditional and returning college students. It helped many people , I know. I guess the one thing that helped me most was finding a spot that was my study spot. I made sure that I had everything that I might need (pencils ,pens,paper, stapler dictionary ,thesaurus,something to drink ,a clock,etc. you'll find out what you need. Every time that I had to study I went to this same spot. I did nothing else there (no paying bills, checking mail, etc.)
I found after a very short time that going to that same spot every time seemed to put me in study mode. It worked for me but I used all sorts of suggestions from the video that I mentioned. The second most helpful thing that I learned was to highlight and take notes about what I was studying as I read it. After the reading was done, I could go back through my notes and highlighted items and make new notes from those . Each time I did this, my notes would be shorter because I never made a note on something once I understood it. At the point that I knew something (just from repetition often), I no longer needed to study it. Once you have it, you have it. It made cramming for exams alot easier, too. Good luck and happy studying.

Answer 3

Study for 20 minutes...then take a break (walk, call someone etc..) and then sorta quiz yourself (lame i know) to see if you acutally remebered anything.
Take notes also maybe...writing helps info stick
Studying with someone also helps...just make sure they arent distracting.
Listen to classical music.
Take a short nap
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hope it helps!

Answer 4

You could have Attention Deficit Disorder. There are medications that can help you.