Student Life Events at St. George
Why Can't I Focus - Exploring Attention for Learning and Life
Feb 22, 2024 10:00 AM
to
12:45 PM
Student Commons - SU 230 College Street Room 556
Registration Deadline: Feb 20, 2024 11:55 PM
Note: Registration is at full capacity. Please join the waitlist and we will register you should spots become available.
Why Can't I Focus? Exploring Attention for Learning and Life
Do you find it challenging to maintain attention? Do you feel distracted while studying? Do you find it hard to focus on daily activities?
Join us for an interactive, in-person workshop and explore strategies and resources that can help you find focus and manage inattention as a U of T student. Lunch will be provided.
- Gain insights into the various personal and environmental factors that impact attention
- Reflect on your own experiences with attention in your life and learning
- Discover practical strategies and useful resources to support focus
- Experience attentional challenges
- Experience the impacts of inattention on learning and life
- Are questioning if there might be underlying factors impacting attention (e.g., attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), executive functioning challenges, or mental health diagnoses) and are looking to build skills to support your attention and focus
- This workshop is not intended as a method for screening or diagnosing health challenges or disability, including ADHD, nor will it detail where to receive screenings or diagnoses.
- The strategies and resources covered in this workshop are designed for a diverse student population, including students who have health or disability-related questions or concerns.
- Always speak with a healthcare provider if you have questions or concerns about your health or disability.
- 9:45am - Welcome & refreshments
- 10:00am-12:00pm - Workshop (including a break)
- 12:00pm-12:45pm - Lunch provided
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