How do I get my teenager to actually study?
My teenager has the ability to do well in school but won't put in the effort to study. They cram, do the minimum, and their grades show it. How do I motivate a teenager to take school seriously without constant nagging and fighting? Is there anything that actually works at this age?
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Form a study group, but a small one — three or four people max. Explaining something to a classmate is the best way to find out whether you actually understand it. Just make sure it stays a study group and doesn't turn into a hangout.
The standard advice on this is actually pretty good. But what nobody tells you is that consistency matters more than intensity. Studying 30 minutes every day beats cramming for 6 hours once a week. Build it into your routine.
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