In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Depending on the type of course you're taking, being able to take good notes may be vital to your success. Take a look at your current notes and see where you might be able to improve. Make sure your notes are legible. If you can't read your own notes, you're not going to be able to use them. If you take your notes by hand, type them out after class both to help you remember what you learned and to help make them more legible. Make sure your notes are organized. Have a separate notebook or binder for each subject. Includes titles and dates where a new class starts so you can keep them in order. Use headings and subheadings throughout so you can skim your notes to find what you're looking for quickly. Use coloured pens or pencils or highlighters to make certain points stand out. When trying to memorize complex concepts and ideas, don't try to memorize the concepts and ideas as they are, use metaphors and analogies to remember them. A metaphor is a word or phrase that has one meaning but it is used to describe something else in order to show how the two things are similar. In other words, a metaphor is an object, activity or idea that is used as a symbol. An analogy is the comparison of two things based on the fact that they are alike in some way. An example of a metaphor is "the test was a breeze." An example of an analogy is "life is like a box of chocolates." Visualizing something isn't always enough. Instead add some additional items associated with your other senses like sounds, textures, feelings and smells. When trying to remember something important, don't just visualize it, add these visceral items as well. An example might be a pie chart you need to remember that shows some important information. Visualize the pie chart like various pieces of pie. Maybe the larger pieces of pie are your favourite types of pie (e.g. strawberry), while the smaller pieces are your least favourite types of pie (e.g. pecan). Simplifying an idea or concept to its lowest and most basic elements can help you remember them. When trying to remember a particular difficult concept or idea, pretend you need to explain that concept or idea to a 5 year old. This method starts off similar to a visualization, but instead of just making the one idea visual, connect that first idea to other ideas and concepts using a mind map. The multiple ideas in the mind map can be pictures or diagrams of the concepts. Strict memorization can make it difficult to remember a lot of information all at once. Instead of simply memorizing everything, turn it into a story. Create a story that goes along with the concept or idea you're trying to remember. Instead of a story you can also try acronyms. If you need to remember a list of things, use the first letters in each of the items to create a word that's easier to remember than the actual list. One of the best ways to learn a complex idea or concept is to break it down into smaller, more manageable pieces. Don't try to tackle an entire complex concept or idea as a whole, break the material into smaller pieces you can review and learn separately.
Summary: Work to improve your note-taking skills. Use a metaphor or an analogy. Combine visualization with something visceral. Pretend you have to explain something to a kid. Draw a diagram or mind map. Create a story. Break your work down into smaller pieces.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Many sufferers find that stress triggers the desire to pull hair. Do whatever you can do reduce stress in your life and learn how to manage the stress you do encounter with better coping techniques. Make a list of the things that stress you out. These can be large things, such as money or work, or they can be small things, like long lines at the grocery store. While you can't avoid everything that causes you stress, you can minimize your exposure to some things. You can reduce stress that you're feeling by using progressive muscle relaxation. This type of relaxation reduces muscle tension, sending a signal your body to begin relaxing. By tensing and then releasing the tension in your muscles, you can slowing bring your body back to a calm state. Tighten your muscles for six seconds and then release for six seconds. Pay close attention to how each muscle is relaxing. Work from your head to your toes until you feel your body begin to relax. Meditation can be helpful in reducing stress. A regular meditation regimen, even 10 minutes a day, can help clear your head and refocus your energy into a positive space. To meditate, find a quiet spot and sit or lie down. Begin breathing deeply, taking slow breaths. You might even try guided visualization, wherein you imagine a calm place such as a beach, a rippling creek, or a woodsy area. Ensure that you have a regular sleep pattern and that you're getting enough sleep every night. Aim for at least seven or eight hours of sleep every night. If you have trouble falling asleep, try listening to some soft music. Stop using any screen devices at least 15 minutes before you go to sleep. Studies show that stress can be reduced considerably with a regular exercise regimen. Your body will increase its production of endorphins, which contribute to you feeling more positive. You don't have to pound the pavement for an hour every day. You can participate in exercising that you enjoy. This might include yoga, martial arts, or other activities. Even gardening can give you an energy boost.
Summary:
Eliminate some of your stress sources. Relax your muscles through progressive muscle relaxation. Try meditation. Get enough sleep. Try exercise.