Blog #2 :)

The most interesting source I have found so far is an online article. The article is titled Student Stress and I like this one the most because of the organization and diction used. This article is worded in a manner that doesn't force me to look up every other word in a dictionary. This source is an article posted by an organization that deals mostly with stress. I learned that stress decreases productivity by inducing irritability, forgetfulness and disorganization. As I read more into this article, I realized more and more how beneficial this research topic could be for me. Stressing out before tests, even though it may seem inevitable, needs to be taken care of. Going for runs, lifting weights or meditating could help  a student's efficiency exponentially.
So far, I think my inquiry question has shifted to "What are the effects of stress on a student's health and academics?" which is a little more specific but allows many more opportunities for research.

First Blog Post!

I have decided that my inquiry question will be, " What are the effects of cramming, stress and sleep deprivation on a student's body?" I chose this topic because this semester, as a Chemistry major with 18 credit hours, I feel like my health is at risk because of my study habits. This subject is important and timely because I have seen many students, especially during testing days, straying from healthy habits and rituals to make more time to study. My research for this assignment has been hindered slightly by a stomach sickness and constant headaches, yet a lot of the information that I have researched is surprising me. There are many different viewpoints on this subject, some saying that cramming helps because the information is stored in short term memory and some say that it is detrimental to health. I am personally torn on the subject and look forward to continuing my research on the topic and adjust my habits accordingly.