TIPS TO AVOID DISTRACTIONS WHILE STUDYING

TIPS TO AVOID DISTRACTIONS WHILE STUDYING

In the present scenario, the children students are getting distracted so much easily because of mobile phones; social media etc. that they start lacking focus on studies. Internet can be both a boon and a ban. It is necessary to limit the use of internet so that you do not get addicted to social media, mobile phones etc.

These external and sometimes internal distractions affect the concentration power of students very adversely. In this article we have discussed some tips that you can follow to increase your concentration power and avoid distractions while studying. This article will be helpful for both students and even their parents. 

Find a suitable place to study–

To really focus on studying, find a quiet study place which already has no distractions so that you do not have extra work on your hands. Ideally, you should find a quiet, bright place with a big, comfortable chair without any electronic devices or gadgets within your reach. The library is normally a very apt place to study since it is not noisy.

You can also make your own study space at home. Design it accordingly, for the parents reading this and also the students, you must design a place with bright colors and light providing all the necessary space. You can use attractive and motivating wall stickers.

Make sure that your studying space is clean and managed with well lighting. 

Set and stick to your schedule-

Setting and following a study schedule will help you overcome procrastination. When you set a schedule, you’ll know the exact period for studying. Hence, other jobs and distractions can be handled before or after your study period. Committing to a study schedule will help you push the distraction away. This will also make you more disciplined. Making a schedule will ultimately make your day more productive.

Parents should also encourage their children to follow the schedule. This will help them inculcating more discipline inside them.

Reduce External Distractions-

Mobile phones, tablets and laptops are the biggest distraction among the students. Even while studying the students start scrolling their instagramor facebook feeds. To avoids that, always put your phone on silent mode and mute your notification while studying. If you are not using your phone for studies, switch it off during the study session. Moreover, if you are addicted to your phone, it is better to put your phone somewhere out of your reach, far away from where you study. You could also ask someone to keep it for you until your study session is over.

Parents should keep a check on their children so that they do not get addicted to the phone. 

Ask your family members not to disturb you while you are studying. Keep your phone off to avoid chit chats with your friends. Avoid responding to unnecessary messages, memes and reels while you are studying. 

Make your Daily Study Goals-

Always decide ahead of time what subject/chapter/topic you’ll be studying and set a target for yourself to complete by the end of the day. Setting goals will provide you with a clear picture of what needs to be accomplished in a day before retiring to your bed. This makes your day productive and stops you from wasting a lot of time.

Avoid Multitasking-

Multi tasking is one of the biggest distractions. Watching TV or using mobile form while doing home work distracts you the most. You will lose attention if you try multitasking, such as doing homework while watching TV or shopping online. Hence, it is recommended to focus on one activity at a time. While studying, concentrate entirely on your topic.

Manage Noise-

If you’re bothered by sounds you can’t control, listen to soft, soothing music to provide a calming background to drown out unwelcome noise.Invest in noise cancelling headphones rather than using ear buds.  You can also use them without music to control noise. If you require complete silence to work effectively, consider well‐made, heavy-duty earplugs (check at the pharmacy). At times the noise from the outside area or neighborhood location is very distracting. You can try ear buds or headphones to avoid this.

Schedule Distractions-

Allotting specific time to different activities like watching TV, playing games and following any hobby etc can be helpful. This will help you focus fully at the time of studying. 

Manage Physical and Mental Health-

You need to fix your eating habits, physical activities and sleep schedule. Adapting healthy eating habits increases your concentration habits. Eating oily, sugary, and processed and junk food makes you lazier. A student must engage himself/herself in physical activities and sports this helps you increase your focus span and keep you physically and mentally fit. 

Break down your work into smaller tasks-

Defeat procrastination by breaking a large project into small pieces. It’s easier to motivate yourself to do something in smaller tasks. If you’re having a difficult time studying or getting work done, break up your time effectively. This will help you avoid procrastination.

Reward yourself-

A little motivation can go a long way. Setting up a reward system is a good way to encourage yourself to do something. For example, if you finish an essay without any distractions, give yourself a reward like watching a video or taking a nap. If you are reading long books you can use chocolate or anything you like as bookmarks after certain pages and eat it only when complete the pages.

Take Breaks-

If you are not able to sit for longer period you can take breaks in between this will refresh your mind to work more effectively. You must take 10-15 minutes of break in between to relax your body also. But make sure that this short break doesn’t last forever.

Use the Pomodoro Technique-

This technique can be a game changer for studying and focusing for longer durations.

Here’s a simple breakdown of the Pomodoro Technique: 

• Study in 25-minute blocks

• After every block, take a 5-minute break

• After 4 work blocks, take a longer break of 15-20 minutes

To maximize the effectiveness of the Pomodoro Technique, write down what task(s) you want to accomplish within each work block. Doing so will give you a sense of urgency that pushes you to stay on task.

Create Visual Reminders-

When you see a thing continuously it becomes hard to ignore it. You can use sticky notes and put them on places that are easily visible to you. You can write motivational thoughts or you own goals which will motivate you to work hard whenever you see them.​

Proper Sleep is Necessary-

A proper sleep of 7-8 hours daily is required by your body and mind to avoid fatigue. Today’s generation has an\ habit of working all night and getting a sleep of only 2-3 hours, this reduces your concentration power. You should try fixing your sleep schedule in order to lead a healthy lifestyle which is beneficial for both your body and mind.

Check for ADHD in your child-

If your child finds it difficult to pay attention and focus you must take him/her to a child psychologist. There could be a serious reason behind the lack of focus, it can be ADHD also. 

ADHD stand for Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

ADHD is a chronic condition including attention difficulty, hyperactivity and impulsiveness. ADHD often begins in childhood and can persist into adulthood. It may contribute to low self-esteem, troubled relationships and difficulty at school or work.

Symptoms include limited attention and hyperactivity.

Treatments include medication and talk therapy.

Conclusion-

Now a days, lacking concentration in studies is one of the major problems with the children. But if the child is young the parents should encourage him/her to inculcate healthy habits. But for the students who have reached a certain age you must inculcate these things in yourself in order to get a happy and healthy future. Internet is no doubt very useful but at times it can be very distractive for the students especially teenagers. The parents must keep a check on the children so that they do not use mobile phones for a longer duration as it harmful both for eyes and also mind. Also the content they are watching should also be checked. The students who have reached a mature age should not follow and believe everything what is shown on internet. Mostly the things are fake and they just put bad effect on your mind ultimately distracting you from studies.

The tips mentioned above will definitely help you in focusing your studies. Try them from today only and get good results. Initially this can be a bit challenging but slowly when you adapt them they will prove to be life changing.