The Pros and Cons of study groups

I usually do not study with groups, but when I do, I learn new things about myself, and my group members. The pros of studying with groups are that we are able to ask group members questions and vice versa. We can share our notes, and clarify any questions that we  had about the homework assignments. We are also able to share study techniques, and quiz each  other on the study guide questions. We will all gain a greater sense of understanding, and will feel confident on the material. The Cons of Study groups will be that we will get distracted, and begin talking with each other about things that are not related to school. Trust me, that has happened before, it was in the  library study room, and I was with my two cousins and we would not stop talking about stupid stuff, and then we would watch YouTube videos. Then my cousin jokingly said that it was my fault for him not being productive, since I had arrived I was the one who “ruined” the studying atmosphere. Now I know that it is not a good idea to study with my cousins, because I will never get anything finished! I think it is good to study with people that make you comfortable and are willing to help. In high school  nobody really did any study groups, because the material that was taught was not as challenging as high school, and everyone just cared about socializing. In class we were placed in groups and had to study the material, so it was not as enjoyable, because our groups were formed by the teacher. Not everyone can study in groups, some people find that studying alone helps them understand the material better.