Board exam tips: How to retain focus during long hours of study 

Exams, especially board exams, mean a lot of hard work and long hours study. This is when learning ceases to be fun and it gets tedious and physically exhausting for students. A common problem faced by examinees is lack of attention. Short attention span can lead to low retention capacity and longer time to grasp concepts, which, in turn, add to the stress factors. However, there are a number of ways to get around it. With CBSE and other board exams around the corner, here is a list of smart suggestions for you to help your kids increase attention span and breeze through the tough times.  

Avoid distractions  
Long periods of study can be tedious and demanding, and a plethora of temptations may divert your children's attention away from their studies. Help them eliminate all distractions from their immediate environment so that they can concentrate better. If your children study on their smartphones, tablets, laptops, or other devices, make sure you have the necessary resources to remove distracting apps and messages during study hours. Also, make sure that the study area is quiet and there isn’t too much of noise around it.  

Pay attention to posture 
Wrong sitting posture leads to body ache. This can be a major distraction which takes a toll on the attention span. So, make sure that the height of the study desk and chair are well-adjusted so that your youngster can maintain a straight posture.   

Make sure that the study area has adequate lighting 
Lighting plays a big role in how long your kids can put up with the long study hours. Low lighting puts additional stress on your kids' eyes leading to pain and headache. A well-lit study area will help your kids feel fresh and energetic while dim and dark lighting is often associated with activities such as taking rest and sleeping. So, it is imperative to make sure that a student’s study area has sufficient light.  

Remind your kid to remain hydrated 
Cliché, yet true. When children study, they often tend forget to drink water. If children don't drink enough water, they can end up experiencing fatigue and headache. This can take a toll on the student’s attention span and ability to focus. Drinking water at regular intervals will keep them hydrated and energised which, in turn, can help them in concentrating better. 

Gift a smart water bottle to your child to track how much water he is drinking, especially during the tough exam times. These smart bottles can be paired with an app to keep hydration cues up to current in real time. They also help to regulate body temperature.