Maintaining Concentration During exam

[medInUSA]

MY problem is that I get fatigued and lose focus on the actual full length exams.

That's what happened to me on Step I. Two weeks before step I, I scored 242 on the NMBE, but on the actual Step I , I scored 222. Towards the end of the exam I was fatigued and was just doing questions awaiting the final end of the test.

Even now as I am doing blocks my percentage score fluctuates greatly with my level of concentration. I'm thinking maybe I have ADHD but with the test date of August 3rd there's no time to explore that route (the only other option would be obtain ritalin illegally and try it to see if it helps, but I would't want to risk getting caught I think, or getting contaminated subpar meds).

Any tips on maintaining focus and concentration during the exam???

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[FirstMANdown]

MY problem is that I get fatigued and lose focus on the actual full length exams.

That's what happened to me on Step I. Two weeks before step I, I scored 242 on the NMBE, but on the actual Step I , I scored 222. Towards the end of the exam I was fatigued and was just doing questions awaiting the final end of the test.

Even now as I am doing blocks my percentage score fluctuates greatly with my level of concentration. I'm thinking maybe I have ADHD but with the test date of August 3rd there's no time to explore that route (the only other option would be obtain ritalin illegally and try it to see if it helps, but I would't want to risk getting caught I think, or getting contaminated subpar meds).

Any tips on maintaining focus and concentration during the exam???

Lots of sleep the day and night before the exam and during the exam drink a "Red Bull" per every 2 to 3 Blocks completed. And most important, RELAX!!

 

[Psych2014]

This books got a lot of relaxation/focusing techniques for exam taking pro's. Parts may seem hoakey, but a lot of energy is taken by distractions and anxious thoughts during questions.

http://www.audible.com/adbl/site/pr...p?productID=BK_GDAN_000137&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes

"How to Conquer Test Anxiety and Achieve Higher Scores on Any Exam" by Dr. Neil Fiore

 

[indo]

MY problem is that I get fatigued and lose focus on the actual full length exams.

That's what happened to me on Step I. Two weeks before step I, I scored 242 on the NMBE, but on the actual Step I , I scored 222. Towards the end of the exam I was fatigued and was just doing questions awaiting the final end of the test.

Even now as I am doing blocks my percentage score fluctuates greatly with my level of concentration. I'm thinking maybe I have ADHD but with the test date of August 3rd there's no time to explore that route (the only other option would be obtain ritalin illegally and try it to see if it helps, but I would't want to risk getting caught I think, or getting contaminated subpar meds).

Any tips on maintaining focus and concentration during the exam???

ADHD? What are the criteria for that diagnosis?

 

[Psych2014]

Typically ADHD is evident by the 4th or 5th grade if not much sooner. But it can be a diagnosis reached in adulthood.

Here are the criteria.
A. Either 1 or 2 1) Six (or more) of the following symptoms of inattention have persisted for at least 6 months to a degree that is maladaptive and inconsistent with developmental level:Inattention a) Often fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, work, or other activities b) Often has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities c) Often does not seem to listen when spoken to directly d) Often does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, chores, or duties in the workplace (not due to oppositional behavior or failure to understand instructions) e) Often has difficulty organizing tasks and activities f) Often avoids, dislikes, or is reluctant to engage in tasks that require sustained mental effort (such as schoolwork or homework) g) Often loses things necessary for tasks or activities (eg, toys, school assignments, pencils, books, or tools) h) Is often easily distracted by extraneous stimuli i) Is often forgetful in daily activities 2) Six (or more) of the following symptoms of hyperactivity-impulsivity have persisted for at least 6 months to a degree that is maladaptive and inconsistent with developmental level:Hyperactivity a) Often fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in seat b) Often leaves seat in classroom or in other situations in which remaining seated is expected c) Often runs about or climbs excessively in situations in which it is inappropriate (in adolescents or adults, may be limited to subjective feelings of restlessness) d) Often has difficulty playing or engaging in leisure activities quietly e) Is often "on the go" or often acts as if "driven by a motor" f) Often talks excessivelyImpulsivity g) Often blurts out answers before questions have been completed h) Often has difficulty awaiting turn i) Often interrupts or intrudes on others (eg, butts into conversations or games)B. Some hyperactive-impulsive or inattentive symptoms that caused impairment were present before 7 years of age.C. Some impairment from the symptoms is present in 2 or more settings (eg, at school [or work] or at home).D. There must be clear evidence of clinically significant impairment in social, academic, or occupational functioning.E. The symptoms do not occur exclusively during the course of a pervasive developmental disorder, schizophrenia, or other psychotic disorder and are not better accounted for by another mental disorder (eg, mood disorder, anxiety disorder, dissociative disorder, or personality disorder).

 

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