Finally - Look after yourself!

•Physically

•Try to stay healthy -vitamin tablets, exercise, sunshine etc.

•Mentally

•Keep everything in perspective

•Talk to a counsellor at Bond if you find yourself overwhelmed

Sleep

• Don’t cram!

•Get a good night’s sleep. There is a strong correlation between sleep and academic outcomes (Johns et al 1976; Medeiros et al 2001; Trockel et al 2000)

•Light from screens disturbs the circadian rhythms (Higuchi et al., 2002)

•Avoid computer screens the hour before sleep

Summary

•Manage your time

•Quality not quantity

•Keep your study active

•Space your revision and review what you’ve learned

•Come and visit Student Learning Support for more help – 1st floor Student Court

References

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