Reading tips?

[mininurse24]

I have a really hard time getting my reading assignments done. I actually LOVE reading, but when it comes to things i'm uninterested in, I have the most difficult time. I find that I'll read an entire paragraph, but when I come to the end of it I don't remember a thing that I read. It's like I'm reading the words but my brain isn't comprehending any of the information and I'm forced to go back and re-read and re-read. I also have ADHD so I don't know if this is an ADHD thing or if it's just me. Does anyone else experience this? Any tips for me?

[Ruby Vee, BSN]

Use a highlighter or take notes while you read. I recently had to read three text books on marine navigation -- a very dry subject. Highlighter and notes got me through it, and I was able to successfully navigate our boat 200 miles without getting lost!

[BAY AREA RN, BSN]

take a chapter and look at the key points you should know when done with the chapter. take notes while you read and try to figure out the main purpose that each paragraph is trying to display. copy definitions and make sure you read before its due in class that way you want be lost in class when the teacher is talking about it. You will be familiar on the information.

[ilovebirds]

I try to make a habit of reviewing the key points before delving into the chapter so I at least have an idea of what I should pay more attention to.

Highlighting is a good idea, but it's easy to over-do. I find that physically taking notes really helps lock the information in my head.

Another thing you can do is read a section in your book, close the book, and write a quick summary of what you just read. This is a bit more time consuming but it's a good idea after narrowing down the most troublesome topics.

Your studying environment matters as well! For example, unless you absolutely need the Internet while studying, put your phone/laptop/etc. away and out of sight (or turn off wi-fi if you're using ebooks). Also, the Pomodoro (sp?) technique may also be helpful. 25 minutes studying then a 5 minute break. Repeat and adjust as needed.

Hope this helps!! Good luck! :)