9 Bizarre Study Hacks That Actually Work!

1. Chew Gum (Same Flavor During the Exam): Some studies suggest that chewing the same flavor of gum while studying and during the exam can trigger memory recall.

2. Study in Different Locations: Changing your study environment can help prevent mental fatigue and create new associations with the material.

3. Use a Specific Scent: Similar to the gum trick, using a particular scent while studying can act as a memory trigger during the exam.

4. Teach the Material to a Rubber Duck (or a Pet): Explaining concepts out loud, even to an inanimate object or your furry friend, forces you to process and organize the information.

5. Write in Different Colors: Using different colored pens or highlighters can help categorize information and make it more visually appealing, which can aid memory.

6. Change the Font of Your Notes: Reading text in an unusual font can force your brain to focus more, which can improve retention.

7. Study Before Bed (and Review in the Morning): Studying right before sleep can help consolidate memories, and reviewing in the morning reinforces the learning.

8. Use Background Noise (Specifically Binaural Beats or Nature Sounds): Certain types of background noise, like binaural beats or nature sounds, can promote focus and concentration for some people.

9. Take "Power Breaks": Instead of long breaks, take very short breaks (1-2 minutes) every 15-20 minutes to do something completely unrelated to studying, like stretching or looking out the window.