40 Study Tips For Neurodivergent Students

1. Use colored overlays for accessibility
2. Use color to organize study notes
3. Divide all your subjects into folders
4. Make use of bold font
5. Keep your study area tidy
6. Create a physically comfortable setup
7. Identify and combat sensory factors during your study setup
8. Make the most of flashcards
9. Consider the body-doubling technique
10. Split the load
11. Play memory games when revising
12. Break down essays into chunks
13. Practice active listening
14. Don’t compare yourself to others
15. Always remember what strengths you have
16. Ask for copies of what the lecturer says
17. Check if you are allowed to record lectures
18. If you do need help, ask for it
19. Use college resources whenever possible
20. Put your lecture schedule somewhere visible
21. Practice getting to lectures to work out the time needed
22. Think about background noise
23. Listen to music if it helps
24. Sit in silence if that’s what you need
25. Find a temperature that’s comfortable
26. Practice tests at home
27. Find a study buddy to keep you accountable
28. Make sure to prioritize physical health as well as mental
29. Use natural light
30. Reduce artificial light
31. Use an Eisenhower Matrix
32. Create a specific study schedule
33. Use focus mode on your smart device
34. Use a mobile app to help focus
35. Use grayscale on your smart device
36. Understand what assistive technology you need
37. Build bad days into your study schedule or plan
38. Utilize multi-sensory techniques
39. Make sure to understand how your exam will be carried out
40. Take time off studying if you need it

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