struggling in medical school

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We might have been related in a past life because I study exactly in the same manner: reading loud while pacing in my room. It helps me retail stuff a lot better. I read somewhere (I think in Guyton) that if you walk and study (aloud) at the same time, it's one of the most effective ways because the neurons get pre-stimulated due to the whole walking thing, and as a result new circuits develop that help with retention and consolidation of the stuff.

Although I find it quite tiring after 10-15 min., my mind seems to have gotten way too accustomed to this technique, so it's the only way I study "effeticvely" (apart from doing a silent reading before I pace the loud, creaky, wooden floors in my room.) I usually end up retaining a majority of information this way and I always end up thanking myself after exams for having studied this way. I think it's a bit unconventional and might look odd to a stranger/acquaintance (in this case, my flatmate) but give it a go and see if it helps!

haha yes i do this too, im so glad there are other crazies😛. This worked wonders for me in undergrad. I guess ill be annoying the hell out of my roomate in a few months when i start M1

 

[slick27]

Alright, so I have been diagnosed with a learning disorder, not otherwise specified. Problems relating to phonological processing (oral), reading comprehension, and slowed reading speed. What should I do? I know med school won't like to hear this.

 

[justdoit31]

Alright, so I have been diagnosed with a learning disorder, not otherwise specified. Problems relating to phonological processing (oral), reading comprehension, and slowed reading speed. What should I do? I know med school won't like to hear this.

My younger brother has a learning disorder with similar issues (his is processing speed, reading comprehension, and slow reading speed). He qualifies for time and a half on all exams (SAT, college, etc). The school can't discriminate against you for this so I would say talk to them and see what they can do. If you are able to get increased time on exams that could be a good start. Also my brother qualified for a free audio textbook rental company which sends him CD's of all his textbooks so he can listen to them instead of have to read them. Might be another item to look into. Also, some schools offer an expanding program where year 1 is spread out over two years so if you are struggling you could consider that. Good luck!

 

[Dissected]

Alright, so I have been diagnosed with a learning disorder, not otherwise specified. Problems relating to phonological processing (oral), reading comprehension, and slowed reading speed. What should I do? I know med school won't like to hear this.

Notepool Dude!!!! I just saw these posts buddy, this is a stinky situation 🙁. I eat sleep and breathe off of notepool because I can't really get anything out of listening to our lecturers either. It emphasizes everything they say and integrates their powerpoints in dictated form. Do you use it?

A little late now I guess..