The Complete College Skills Guide for Neurodivergent Students

Discover why effective learning depends just as much on being physically, mentally, and emotionally prepared as it does on study strategies, and learn how to harness that knowledge for academic success in college and beyond. The Complete College Skills Guide for Neurodivergent Students goes beyond generic study tips to reveal the neuroscience behind how we learn, empowering you to understand why certain strategies work so you can adapt them to your unique brain and lifestyle. Through evidence-based insights on everything from sleep and nutrition to motivation and metacognition, you'll learn to design flexible study systems that actually stick. Written in a direct, no-nonsense conversational style, this book features real student experiences, expert-reviewed content, and practical "In Brief" summaries that get straight to the point. Rather than prescribing rigid techniques, you'll explore the science behind your need to take breaks, sleep, move, and much more, giving you the freedom to create personalized approaches that evolve with your needs. Perfect for neurodivergent college students and lifelong learners who benefit from knowing the "why" behind learning strategies, and for educators, professionals, and parents working with neurodivergent college students who seek evidence-based approaches to academic support.

Florencia Ardon has taught study skills courses and provided academic advice to undergraduate students at Cornell University for over a decade. She founded and leads Neurodiversity @ Cornell and advocates for neurodiversity celebration and inclusion. For her efforts, she was recognized as a Stephen H. Weiss Provost's Teaching Fellow, which recognizes sustained excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentoring.

1. Sleep Enough, Eat Well and Move Your Body to Improve Your Learning 2. Taking Care of Your Mind Helps You Learn Better 3. Mental Processes That Make Learning Possible 4. Strategies That Lead to Effective Learning 5. Changing Habits That May Be Detrimental to Your Learning 6. Self-Advocacy: The Key to Receiving the Support You Need to Learn Well