why did't anyone tell us this?
True or False: Multitasking improves productivity.
False
What nutrient provides the body with the most energy?
Carbohydrates
What is the “illusion of competence”?
Thinking you know material better than you do
What does “social battery” mean?
Your energy for social interaction
What hormone is linked to stress?
Cortisol
How many hours of sleep do experts recommend for young adults?
7–9 hours
What meal do students most commonly skip?
Breakfast
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What’s the most common fear in first year?
Not making friends / failing
What happens to memory when you don’t sleep enough?
It gets worse
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What vitamin do you get from sunlight?
Vitamin D
What is spaced repetition?
Reviewing material over increasing time intervals
What is “imposter syndrome”?
Feeling undeserving of success despite evidence
What is “muscle memory”?
The brain remembering repeated actions
What does “opportunity cost” mean?
What you give up when choosing one option over another
Which hormone signals fullness to the brain?
Leptin
What type of memory stores facts and concepts?
Long-term memory (or declarative memory)
What’s the term for fear of missing out?
FOMO
What emotion is most linked to motivation?
Interest / excitement
What is the only letter that doesn’t appear in any US state name?
Q
Which drink hydrates better: water or sports drinks (without intense exercise)?
Water
What academic skill predicts success across all majors?
time management
What is emotional intelligence?
Understanding and managing emotions (yours and others’)
true or false: Breaks can improve focus.
true
take breaks.