11/05 Battling Brain Fog

Rachel Coleman
Nov 4, 2024
1 min read

Ever reread the same page five times and still not absorb it? You’re not alone.Join the Duke Neurodiversity Advocates (DNA) for a discussion on “brain fog” — what it is, why it happens, and how to study when your brain just won’t cooperate.

We’ll explore:

The science behind cognitive fatigue and inflammation
Low-energy study methods and pacing strategies
How to communicate with professors when you’re struggling to focus
Letting go of guilt around productivity

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