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Revision tips for ADHDers

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Exam season is looming and your household may be in the throws of revision.

Revision can be particularly challenging for students with ADHD due to difficulties with focus, organization, and time management.

It’s important to acknowledge these struggles and implement specific strategies that can help optimize effective learning and retention of information.

The more prepared your child feels for exams, the less anxiety they may experience. Therefore, chat to your child about the strategies below and see what works for them.

Structure and Organisation

    1. Consider a study routine: Use a calendar or planner to schedule revision sessions.
    2. Designate a study area: Choose a quiet and organised area where distractions are limited. Ideally, chose an area other than the bedroom which should be associated with relaxation and calmness. Clear the area of any unnecessary distractions or materials.
    3. Use visual aids: Colour code notes, use mind maps, or diagrams which help organise information, make it visual and therefore can be easier to recall.
    4. Prioritise tasks: Break down large tasks into smaller, more manageable steps.
    5. Use checklists and to-do lists: Visual reminders can be very helpful for staying on track.

Focus and concentration

    1. Embrace movement: Use fidget toys or gentle movement to help with concentration.
    2. Consider background noise: Many ADHDers enjoy some background noise, such as white noise, or music.
    3. Use the Pomodoro Technique: Work in focussed 25 minute intervals followed by a 5 minute break. This method allows you to maintain focus whilst preventing burnout, making studying feel more manageable.
    4. Take regular breaks: Get up, move around, and go outside regularly. Prioritise eating, drinking and sleeping as these habits can greatly impact on focus and cognitive function.
    5. Use multi-sensory techniques: Combine different learning methods such as reading, listening and writing

Engaging with the material

    1. Active recall: Use flashcards, practice questions or quizzing to actively retrieve information.
    2. Find a study partner/body doubling: Collaborate with others who can provide support, facilitate focus and share accountability.
    3. Use different revision methods: Switch between reading, summarising, and note-taking to keep things interesting.
    4. Switch subjects: Consider revising different topics and subjects within a revision ‘slot’ to keep things interesting.
    5. Use educational videos: Use online resources such as YouTube but consider watching them at a faster pace.

Managing distractions and self regulation

  1. Minimise distractions: Turn off notifications on your phone and computer. Consider using blocking apps to prevent a quick look on your phone turning into a 30 minute doom scroll on social media!
  2. Write down thoughts: Write down any distracting thoughts on a notepad and then return to them later.
  3. Practice self-compassion: Be kind to yourself and acknowledge that revision is hard, especially for an ADHD brain!
  4. Don’t compare yourself to others. Remember everyone’s brains are different and learn in different ways. There is no one ‘right’ way of preparing for exams; what works for one person doesn’t work for the next, and this is OK.
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