Improving memory

Remembering the information you have learned during the semester is vital for you to pass your exams. How do you remember all of that information? There are a variety of strategies that people use to help improve their memory.

Need help?

Our counsellors can help you to explore any difficulties you are having remembering things for your exams and provide you with some tips for improving your memory. There are a range of different things that can affect our memories. For example, if you are feeling tired, stressed, anxious, depressed, or unwell, you may not be able to concentrate on what you are learning, which will affect your memory for the topic.

Additional resources

• The following resources may be of further assistance: The USQ Learning Centre has online resources including effective study techniques
• University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota has created the Study Guides and Strategies website with useful memory enhancement strategies.
• Mind Tools website - memory improvement techniques.
• Helpguide has tips for improving memory Top 10 Memory Improvement Tips from About.com Psychology
• Dr Bob’s Virtual Pamphlet Collection has some links to information about Memory under the Study Skills heading.