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27-04-2024 10:10 AM
27-04-2024 10:10 AM
Studying and being ND
Hi
I have an ASD diagnosis, but also have some ADHD symptoms (no diagnosis at this stage), I need to discuss my attention issues with my psych during my next appointment. I struggle a lot with concentration and remaining still for long periods of time, I stim a lot. I know relaxing music, relaxation exercises, prayer and good old matcha help me concentrate and feel calmer. Does anyone else have any other tips on studying?
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27-04-2024 11:51 AM
27-04-2024 11:51 AM
Re: Studying and being ND
Timed breaks helps me, and self-talk in terms of rewarding myself. That is, I tell myself that once I've completed XYZ, then I'll treat myself to XYZ @creative_writer
Thoughts?
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27-04-2024 12:43 PM
27-04-2024 12:43 PM
Re: Studying and being ND
@tyme I think that would work. I think structured breaks would be helpful, I kind of drift in and out depending on what my brain is feeling. I think I'm doing better today than I was yesterday. Still not perfect, but it appears I will be going through my matcha quicker now because I am too scattered brain without it 😂
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27-04-2024 12:52 PM
27-04-2024 12:52 PM
Re: Studying and being ND
I found rewards really help me.
Sometimes it may even be, "As soon as I finish reading this page, I'm going to walk outside." Hence I don't let myself get up until that is done.
I think i've always done this, even as a child. I remember in maths, I'd challenge myself to complete an X number of questions before I let myself have dinner. I guess it was something that worked for me.
It's good you are reaching out to gather as many strats as you can. Then it's about finding what works for you.
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27-04-2024 02:18 PM
27-04-2024 02:18 PM
Re: Studying and being ND
BUT there are certain things I need to concentrate and read etc…
I am also looking at doing my therapeutic hort course so I will need to build up some skills for that
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27-04-2024 02:39 PM
27-04-2024 02:39 PM
Re: Studying and being ND
@ArraDreaming I wish I had tips, but I’m in the process of figuring things out for myself. I think it’s also about recognising what may not help too. Like I know when I keep emotions in, they build up and can affect my ability to concentrate
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27-04-2024 04:41 PM
27-04-2024 04:41 PM
Re: Studying and being ND
Hugs @creative_writer
@ArraDreaming , @tyme have some good ideas there
And my husband has ASD undiagnosed but his MH team are sure he has it
Will Tag @Jynx here too , may have some tips too
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27-04-2024 04:49 PM
27-04-2024 04:49 PM
Re: Studying and being ND
I actually have one of those unofficial ASD diagnosis from multiple psychs. I never really went through the whole testing process, it’s so expensive as an adult. I don’t plan to get NDIS
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02-05-2024 12:03 PM
02-05-2024 12:03 PM
Re: Studying and being ND
I know that you have already got some good tips from others on this thread, but I just wanted to drop in to say that there may assistance programs where you are studying that you could access. I had no idea about this when I returned to study after 12 years, but found that disability support services recognise mental health conditions and have great supports available for use. It might be worth looking into? I just needed a letter of support from my GP/psych.
Also, if you are finding that you are needing to get up and move could you use this as a form of study time by listening to audio versions of texts/articles that you are needing to read? That way when you go to sit down you can use the sitting time to write ideas down or write assignments/reports etc?
Warm regards
SkySeeker22
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02-05-2024 03:57 PM
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