This includes learning how to study with ADHD and taking certain actions to foster friendships with other students.
Developing strategies that focus on this goal can lead to positive academic and social effects.
Here are seven that Wright suggests.
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If Getting Up Late Is an Issue
Set two alarms to go off in sequence.
Put the first alarm across the room so you have to get out of bed to turn it off.
Set both alarms to go off early so you could take your time getting ready.
Three options are:
If Being Disorganized Is the Issue
Create a “launch pad” by your door.
Include a note to help you remember important events for the day, such as an appointment or quiz.
When you have ADHD, sometimes things only get done right before they’re due.
These qualities are what can finally make a task doable, so work with them.
Study Smarter, Not Harder
Boredom andworking memory issuescan make studying a bit more challenging for students with ADHD.
Rather than trying harder to force the information into your head, get creative with the learning process.
Taking study breaks every couple of hours andgetting enough sleepare also part of studying smarter, not harder.
Sleep impacts learning in two main ways.
Put this time into your schedule to check that you have it.
Plan and Prioritize Your Time
It may sound strange, but it’s important to plan time to plan.
When making your plans, differentiate between what youneedto do and everything thatcan or shouldbe done.
Having something to look forward to can make it easier to muster through your studies.
If youre competitive, use thispersonality traitinstead.
Pick another student in your class whom you want to do better than and go for it.
Or hire a tutor so you have structured study time.
Hiring a coach can also be beneficial.
Social Strategies for Students With ADHD
Interpersonal challenges are also common for college students with ADHD.
This can help make your transition to college life a happy, successful, and productive time.
Find out which option is the best for you.
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