Modern life is only going to get more complex and more distracting, but we can overcome these challenges–and for the good of us all, it’s urgent that we do so. As a bonus, as we restore our attention spans, we’ll hopefully become more patient, thoughtful and civil with each other...
When you want to produce your best work and stay focused, what are some strategies for increasing your attention span? Moving your phone to somewhere out of sight and out of mind is one strategy. But that’s a short-term solution. Have you wondered how to increase your attention span and...
"With my job, I have to multitask because I run two screens," said Gail Allen of Eagan. Dr. Gloria Mark is a professor of Informatics at the University of California. She researches attention span andwrote a bookon how to improve it. "I've been tracking attention spans over two decade...
“My attention span is short, and this makes it difficult for me to focus my attention. For example, at work, I cannot focus for long on what I am doing, and this often leads to making errors. “It might seem strange, but sometimes, when talking with people, I get bored fast, lose...
“The average attention span of the modern human being is about half as long as whatever you’re trying to tell them.” ~ Meg Rosoff You have probably heard many times about the famous marshmallow experiment 1, in which a group of children between the ages of 4 and 6 were put in a ...
How to Rebuild an Attention SpanFoster, Douglas
57 open tabs and click over to at least four different tasks during the writing of this response. There’s a quote that’s long stuck with me about writing which is applicable to a lot of other types of work: “Good writing is 3% talent and 97% not getting distracted by the internet...
The retina is rich in DHA. Numerous studies have established a link between nutrition and the development of a strong visual system. Unique InterestsWhen we’re interested in what we’re doing, our attention remains fixed for longer periods. It’s only natural. Same goes for your kiddo. You...
According to WebMD, "Your attention span is how long you can focus on something or spend on a task before you need a break or get distracted. While everyone gets distracted from time to time, those with short attention spans frequently have trouble focusing on tasks and conversations". Debun...
One of the most difficult parts of homeschooling a preschooler is keeping their attention on their work. To enhance their development and make sure they succeed in school, parents should figure out ways to improve their preschooler’s attention span. This will help them pick up new concepts ...