study habits

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The challenges of studying as a student with ADHD

Features July 15, 2022

By: Nercya Kalino, Staff Writer We’ve all seen the lists of study tips that advocate for strict schedules and the Pomodoro Technique, but most of these tips are designed for neurotypical brains, meaning they don’t work for everyone. The Peak spoke to Adelina Streletskaya to get her perspective as a student who has Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a “neurodevelopmental disorder that causes various hyperactive and disruptive behaviours.” A behavioural neuroscience student in her second year, Streletskaya spoke about study tips, what diagnosis means to her, and some of the habits she has developed over time for her academics. Streletskaya…

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Are you SFU-ready? 3: Habits to prepare you for your next semester at university

Peak Web July 27, 2018

By: Victoria Lopatka, Peak Associate  Nervous for your first term at SFU? Trying to pick up new habits for a different kind of school year? Not to worry: here’s a listicle.   1) Know what type of learner you are…

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