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Here’s a consolidated list of unique study suggestions for ADHD and neurodivergent students, prioritized by how frequently and strongly they were recommended across your video summaries. Each point includes a short explanation, and similar ideas are merged for clarity:

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Most Frequently Recommended ADHD Study Strategies

1. Make Learning Visual and Creative

Use colors, diagrams, mind maps, and drawings in notes and flashcards to activate both sides of your brain, boost engagement, and aid memory.

Mind mapping and creative note-taking are consistently mentioned in almost every source.

2. Gamify Your Study Process

Turn studying and memorization into a game—search for answers as a quest, compete with yourself or a friend, use the SQ3R method, and make recall playful.

Making learning fun is frequently highlighted as essential for ADHD engagement.

3. Use Flashcards (with Visual/Color Cues)

Prefer flashcards over large notes; enhance with colors, pictures, and “game” mechanics (mixing them up, self-quizzing, or having someone else test you).

Visual and interactive flashcards are repeatedly mentioned as less overwhelming and more effective.

4. Learn with Videos and Multimedia

Prefer visually engaging, entertaining educational videos over passive reading or dull lectures to maintain focus and comprehension.

5. Study with Accountability (Partners or Communities)

Find a study buddy, join a group, or use public accountability (even online) to boost motivation and fight procrastination.

Making your intentions or progress visible helps maintain momentum.

6. Plan, Structure, and Organize

Maintain a study calendar or set fixed routines for learning sessions; structure your tasks and break them into small, manageable steps.

Organization includes functional storage for materials and planning exactly when and where you’ll study.

7. Remove Distractions (especially Phones)

Consistently recommended: Study in quiet environments, keep your phone out of reach or sight, and turn off notifications.

Phone fasting or “dopamine detox” is highlighted for improving sustained focus.

8. Use Frequent Self-Testing and Active Recall

Regularly quiz yourself, use retrieval practice, and treat all study material as a series of questions to answer rather than passive input.

Try to answer exam-like questions or tackle sample tasks early, not just at the end.

9. Leverage Movement and Physical Activity

Incorporate fidget toys, study while standing, or take movement breaks—moving boosts dopamine/adrenaline and focus.

Even small physical engagement during study can help, not just big exercise.

10. Find and Use Your “Golden Time”

Identify when you’re naturally most focused (morning, afternoon, evening) and plan hardest tasks during those periods.

11. Embrace Iteration and Flexibility

Regularly review and change your study structures and tools if motivation drops.

Try different techniques until you find what fits you best; don’t force rigid methods.

12. Embrace Boredom and Avoid Multitasking

Allow yourself to be occasionally bored without distractions to extend your attention span.

Focus on one task at a time, avoid multitasking to preserve mental energy.

13. Mnemonics and Associations

Make up funny, weird, or visual mnemonics and stories—this makes memorizing sequences or facts easier and sticks better for ADHD minds.

14. Connect Learning to Meaning and Progress

Tie what you’re studying to bigger goals or interests; document small wins for motivation.

Making progress visible or tracking growth (journals, portfolios) helps.

15. Homework Doesn't Have to Be at Home

Try doing focused “homework” in non-home environments if home is too distracting—cafeteria, library, even your car.

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Additional, Less-Frequently Cited or Nuanced Tips

Treat everything as an organizational task—breaking big assignments into repetitive, systematic components calms overwhelm.

Efficient, simple storage for all materials, not just fancy aesthetics.

Use “trigger-based” routines instead of only fixed times (e.g., “after dinner”).

Don’t overload yourself with all strategies at once; try one or two, then add more gradually.

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I'm adding also summaries of videos on study Tips for ADHD people, I will continue to gather relevant things, please do list all unique suggestions, starting from most freuently suggested

The video "5 Amazing Study Techniques Every ADHD Person Should Use!" by Dr. LeGrand presents five practical study methods tailored for people with ADHD: Speed Reading & Search-and-Find Instead of passively reading, skim chapters with specific questions in mind and look for answers. Treat it like a game, which keeps the ADHD brain engaged and focused. Learning with Videos Use educational videos (such as Khan Academy) that are visually engaging and entertaining to enhance comprehension and hold attention—especially when traditional lectures or professors feel dull. Mind Mapping, Coloring, & Note-Taking Make notes more creative and visual: use colors, drawings, mind maps, and diagrams. This helps activate both sides of the brain, increases engagement, and aids retention. Mnemonics & Visual Cues Create funny, unusual, or visual mnemonics to memorize long lists or sequences, taking advantage of the ADHD brain’s creativity and associative thinking. Visualize lists using spatial or environmental cues. Flashcards with Visuals & Color Coding Instead of just text, make flashcards lively with colors, drawings, and mixing them up to create patterns and turn memorization into a game. Dr. LeGrand emphasizes these techniques were crucial for him to eventually become a doctor despite his ADHD and dyslexia, and that he managed to succeed without medication by making study methods enjoyable, creative, and suited for his neurodivergent brain.[youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKyi2rFEwAw) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKyi2rFEwAw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oKyi2rFEwAw) -- The YouTube video "ADHD Study Tips (how to regain control)" provides five practical study tips for students with ADHD to improve their focus and effectiveness: Make Visual Resources: Use colors, images, and diagrams instead of only writing text. Mind mapping is recommended—drawing out ideas with minimal words, using arrows, colors, and different styles to process concepts visually and more deeply. Gamify Your Study Approach: Turn studying into a game, for example, by using the SQ3R method—creating questions to answer while speed-reading material, or competing with a friend to find answers fastest. Incorporate Movement: Engage in physical activity or even small gestures (like playing with a fidget toy) to boost brain chemicals such as dopamine and adrenaline, helping focus and retention. Remove Distractions: Study in quiet, low-stimulation environments—avoid coffee shops or places with lots of noise. The biggest suggestion: keep your phone in another room to minimize mindless distractions. Have a Study or Accountability Partner: Studying alongside someone else can provide motivation and keep you on track. Online study communities or servers are also mentioned as places to find accountability partners. The video finishes with a bonus tip recommending online courses for study and productivity skills, emphasizing that students with ADHD are just as capable as others—with the right tools and environment, they can succeed.[youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7PX4ZKZ3Cg&t=133s) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7PX4ZKZ3Cg&t=133s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7PX4ZKZ3Cg&t=133s) -- The video "I'm a Doctor with ADHD: How I Really Focus" by Zeliha Akpinar, a UK-based physician, offers practical strategies for achieving deep focus, particularly for people with ADHD: Golden Time: Identify your personal "golden hour"—the time of day when you naturally feel most focused and energetic (which can vary between morning and night people). Structure deep work and important tasks around this period to benefit from optimal focus. Embrace Boredom: Allow yourself moments of boredom without distractions. This reduces overstimulation, extends attention span, and activates the brain’s Default Mode Network, which supports creativity and problem-solving. Phone Fasting: Minimize phone usage while working. Keep your phone out of sight or in another room, and turn off notifications. This prevents dopamine-driven distractions and helps maintain concentration. Avoid Multitasking: Focus on one task at a time instead of rapid task-switching, which exhausts mental energy and reduces productivity. Train Focus Endurance: Use techniques like the Pomodoro method to incrementally lengthen focus periods. Over time, train your brain for longer deep work sessions by gradually extending uninterrupted work intervals. She emphasizes tailoring productivity strategies to your biological rhythms and building focus like a muscle—progressively and consistently. Zeliha also shares resources for further tips, inviting viewers to join her email newsletter and explore related videos.[youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97Ffhl6_OVM) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97Ffhl6_OVM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97Ffhl6_OVM) -- The YouTube video "How I Self-Study Technical Things (ADHD Edition)" by Jordan Harrod discusses strategies for effectively self-studying technical topics, particularly for people with ADHD. Key points covered: Structure: Jordan emphasizes the importance of having structure, such as online courses with deadlines, written schedules, or calendar blocks, but also notes that it's normal to experiment with different structures until you find what works best for you. Accountability: Jordan describes how being around others who are working (in person, via Zoom, or in public spaces) can help maintain motivation and minimize procrastination. Checking in with friends about your daily goals or making your work and progress public (through blogs, portfolios, or websites) provides additional accountability. Procrastination: She acknowledges that structure alone doesn't eliminate procrastination—especially at home—but accountability practices and connecting everyday tasks to larger goals can help. Iteration and Flexibility: It's important to allow yourself to change methods if the original structure stalls or stops being beneficial. Motivation: Tying tasks to meaningful, larger objectives, and documenting progress (even small wins) can offer motivation, a sense of accomplishment, and proof of progress. Making Work Public: Sharing work via websites or portfolios not only helps with accountability but also builds an easily accessible record of growth and achievement. Jordan concludes by recommending owning a personal website domain for sharing your work online and offers social media links for more content on ADHD and productivity. The video is both practical and motivational for self-learners and neurodivergent people looking for sustainable study habits and self-management techniques.[youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2n7yVbFdlc) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2n7yVbFdlc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2n7yVbFdlc) -- The video "Study Tips For Autistic People || Study efficiently and avoid overwhelm" by Jontje provides five main study tips specifically aimed at autistic and neurodivergent students: Use Flashcards: Flashcards are less overwhelming than large sheets of paper. Use small cards with questions or terms on one side and answers on the other to quiz yourself or have others quiz you. Treat Everything as an Organizational Task: Organizing information and turning learning into repetitive tasks can be calming and reduce the sense of being overwhelmed. Plan Homework: Having a set plan or schedule for homework helps avoid procrastination, reduces overwhelm, and supports executive functioning. Schedules can be fixed or flexible, using triggers like “after dinner” rather than specific times. Homework Doesn’t Have to Be at Home: Doing homework in places like the cafeteria, or even in your car, can help minimize distractions and keep you in “work mode.” This also allows you to relax when you get home, knowing your tasks are done. Store Materials Efficiently: Use simple, functional storage solutions—such as cardboard folders for each subject—focused on effort and practicality rather than aesthetics. Jontje emphasizes picking just one or two tips to try at first, as this increases the chances of successfully integrating new habits. The approach is tailored for neurodivergent learners who may get easily overwhelmed by traditional study routines, focusing on efficiency, calm, and realistic organization rather than perfectionism.[youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBNHk667TTY) [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBNHk667TTY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBNHk667TTY)

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