Navigating University Challenges

Understand Your Executive Function (EF) – Essential Skills for University Adjustment and Academic Success (EFW2/23-24)

Are you easily distracted, disorganised, or struggling to execute plans in fulfilling academics as well as daily tasks? At times, you may also find it difficult to manage time and resist temptations around. Indeed, there are many factors that contribute to challenges with concentration and organization. This workshop will provide a general introduction on Executive Function (EF) and help you discover strategies to stay focused amidst distractions, be more organised and achieve academic success.

At the end of the workshop, you will have acquired:

  • Basic understanding of your executive function and behavioural inhibition
  • Practical tips in structuring time and environment
  • Skills to manage various university demands
  • Strategies to enhance learning memory

Date: 30 Jan 2024 (Tue)
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Venue: LE6, LG2/F, Library Extension Building
Class size: 60 (face-to-face), 80 (online)
Format: Hybrid
Language: Cantonese
Fee: Free
Trainer: Dr. Fefe Chan, Clinical Psychologist
Registration: Face-to-face / Online via Zoom

 

How to Stop Procrastination (HSP2/23-24)

Constantly feel guilty about procrastination?
Instead of blaming yourself for being lazy or disorganised, it’s time to explore the underlying mood issues that may hold you back from getting started on your tasks. Join this workshop and break free from the procrastination doom loop! We will help you discover the root causes of your own procrastination pattern, identify effective strategies to overcome it and prevent falling back into old habits. Don’t wait any longer—take the first step towards a more productive life, where procrastination becomes a thing of the past!

At the end of the workshop, you will have acquired:

  • Practical techniques to identify and address the root causes of procrastination, including mental health and emotional factors
  • Effective goal-setting methods to break tasks into manageable steps, stay motivated, and be accountable
  • Valuable tips to overcome distractions, boost focus, and maintain concentration
  • Tools to maximise productivity and minimise procrastination tendencies

Date: 8 Feb 2024 (Thu)
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Venue: LE6, LG2/F, Library Extension Building
Class size: 60 (face-to-face), 80 (online)
Format: Hybrid
Language: Cantonese
Fee: Free
Trainer: Dr. Fefe Chan, Clinical Psychologist
Registration: Face-to-face / Online via Zoom