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Focus and Concentration Problems - Cause and Solution Guide​
Last updated date : December 29, 2022
Have your ever read five pages of a book just to realize that you cannot remember a single word of what you read? Tried to complete an important task at work but found that your attention kept drifting away to other places? Or zoned out in the middle of a conversation with someone? If so, you may be experiencing focus and concentration problems. Experiencing poor concentration can be very frustrating. It can impact our ability to function in everyday life and to focus on work and other activities. This may affect not only ourselves, but also our colleagues, family, and friends. Here, I outline some common causes that may explain why you are struggling to focus in everyday life. I then offer some advice on how to improve your focus and attention.
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Chapter 1:
Some Common Causes of Focus and Concentration Problems
However, in other cases the causes of concentration and attention deficits may be more severe or long-term. If we do not handle stressors appropriately, we may end up experiencing long-term problems, such as burnout or depression. Both these conditions can lead to significant problems with focusing. In severe cases, concentration and attention deficits may also be caused by disorders such as ADHD.
Keeping these causes in mind, what should you do if you are suffering from poor focus?

Chapter 2:
Understand the Causes of Your Focus and Concentration Problems
Understanding your focus problems is also important because in some cases you may want to get professional help to deal with them. If you think that a condition such as depression, burnout, or ADHD is causing your concentration and attention deficits, consider talking to a medical doctor or psychologist. They can help you decide whether you require professional help to handle your problems. You can also take steps yourself to enhance your mental health, and with that your ability to focus. For example, getting enough exercise, sleep, and healthy food can help you maintain a healthy mind and improve your focus.

Chapter 3:
Divide Your Workload into Smaller Chunks
If you find that your focus frequently drifts away from your tasks, you could also try to set work time intervals. For example, set time intervals of 30 minutes where you try to maintain your work focus. Each time you complete a time interval, allow yourself a small break. Just make sure your breaks do not end up longer than your work intervals!

Chapter 4:
Minimize Distractions

Chapter 5:
Train Your Focus and Attention Skills
"Quizzes and recommendations were very uselful" Donna
87 sections
6-Weeks Self-Paced
- Educational Content
- Quizzes
- Self-reflection material
- Suggestions & feedback
- Worksheet, tips & tools to use
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25% discount