7 Bad Study Habits You Didn’t Know

Studying Late at Night

Your brain's peak performance is in the morning. Fix this by scheduling study sessions earlier in the day for better focus and retention.

Highlighting Everything 

Over-highlighting tricks your brain into thinking you've learned something. Fix this by summarizing key points in your own words instead.

Studying in Bed 

Your brain associates bed with sleep, reducing focus. Fix this by designating a specific study area away from your bedroom.

Relying on Multitasking

Multitasking reduces productivity by up to 40%. Fix this by focusing on one task at a time, using the Pomodoro technique for time management.

Not Taking Break

The brain loses concentration after 25-30 minutes. Fix this by taking short breaks every 30 minutes to recharge your mental energy.

Skipping Sleep for Study

Even minor distractions can reduce your learning efficiency by 50%. Fix this by creating a distraction-free study environment (phone on airplane mode, quiet space).

Passive Re-reading

Re-reading material without active engagement doesn't aid long-term memory. Fix this by asking yourself questions or teaching the material to someone else.