Now that you're on the road to breaking bad sleep habits and being more positive about yourself and your body, it's time to tackle another type of habit that's extremely important to college students: study habits. No one wants to spend an entire afternoon in the library without actually getting anything done. But no more. It's time to take your studying to the next level! By getting the most out of the time you dospend studying, you'll also be able to enjoy the time you're not studying without constantly worrying that you have to get back to work. And remember — everyone is dealing with the same stress. If you're ever feeling overwhelmed, talk to some friends about your workload. As Maria Ulmer, executive director of clinical services at Summit Behavioral Health, told BuzzFeed Life, “Having social groups that can help you get through it is vital. It helps you feel like you’re not alone in your stress. That’s one of the worst feelings you can have – that everyone else is doing well while you’re struggling.”
USE APPS TO YOUR ADVANTAGE Sometimes, you just can't seem to get the hang of the material you're studying. But technology is here to help. These apps will help you with everything from book summaries to basic coding skills.
SNACK SMARTER At some point in the course of studying, you're going to get hungry. Don't reach for a bag of chips or can of soda, though. Instead, try these power snacks that are healthy and can help keep you focused.
And be sure to stay away from any extra coffee. You might think you need it during stressful study sessions, but as Jenny Yip, Psy.D., and author of Productive, Successful You!: End Procrastination by Making Anxiety Work for You Rather Than Against You, told BuzzFeed Life, "Extra caffeine actually inhibits your learning process because you become too jittery and overly energetic, and it interferes with your ability to focus."
CREATE A PLAN It's time to get down to business. Here are some tips on how to make your study session as productive as possible.
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