Hi I wanted to offer a reply so that you aren't continuously checking this page as an excuse to procrastinate.

What happened in the past couple years that caused these studying issues? Was there ever a time that you were doing well in your classes and on papers? What was different then?

Have you thought about recording what you'd want to write in a paper and then having someone transcribe it so that you don't have to type as much? As far as retaining what I read, I've found that I'm an auditory learner...so reading my chapters aloud to myself helps a lot. I can add character to it, as if it's a speech, and that helps me remember. Whereas if I read in my head I'm more likely to zone out.

It seems at times that you're proud of what you're able to accomplish with what little studying you do, and from my experience, that attitude will keep you from wanting to change. You should see studying as an exercise, pushing yourself to do more so that you can grow.