Connect with us
Advertisement

Lifestyle

Do You Suffer From Low Attention Span, Try these!

Published

on

Do you suffer from low attention span or low concentration and you fear that it might affect your day to day activities or achieving laid down goals

Often times people with low attention span have difficulty focusing on a tasks for a lengthy period of time without being easily distracted.

Some of the negative effects of short Attention span includes;

inability to complete daily tasks

communication difficulties in relationships

poor performance at work or school

missing important details or information

poor health related to neglect and inability to practice healthy habits

Causes of short attention span

There are various causes of short attention span . Often times they are psychological, physical conditions or both.

Below are possible causes and symptoms

ADHD

ADHD is a very common disorder usually seen in children and even lingers in adulthood. People with ADHD often have trouble paying attention and controlling their impulses.

A symptom of ADHD is hyperactivity, however not everyone with the disorder has the hyperactivity component.

For Children, this ADHD may affect their grades in school and Adult with such may find themselves changing employers or have repeated relationship problems.

Other signs and symptoms of ADHD include:

  • periods of hyperfocus
  • Time management problems
  • Restlessness and aanxiety
  • Disorganization
  • Forgetfulness

Depression

A symptom for depression is difficulty concentrating, as well as mood swings or disorder that can affect your life severely. There is often a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest in things you once enjoyed.

Signs and symptoms of depression may include:

  • Feelings of sadness and hopelessness
  • Tearfulness
  • Thoughts of committing suicide
  • Loss of interest or pleasure
  • Extreme fatigue
  • Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much

unexplained physical symptoms, such as body pain and headaches

Head injury

On of the most commonly reported problem after people sustain a brain injury is difficulty with concentration
A head injury is any type of injury to your head, scalp, skull, or brain.

It could be any type of injury, for a little bruise to a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Concussions and skull fractures are common head injuries.

Symptoms of a head injury may include:

  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Confusion
  • Personality changes
  • B
  • Vision disturbance
  • Memory loss
  • Seizures

Learning disabilities

Learning disabilities are neurodevelopmental disorders that interfere with basic learning skills, such as reading and calculating. They include:

dyslexia

dyscalculia

dysgraphia

The most common signs and symptoms of a learning disability include:

difficulty following directions

poor memory

poor reading and writing skills

eye-hand coordination difficulties

being easily distracted

Autism

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a group of neurodevelopmental disorders that cause various challenges, including social, behavioral, and communication challenges.

Often diagnosed in childhood, when signs and symptoms appear, they show signs or problems with emotional, social, and communication skills.

Some signs of ASD include:

  • Trouble relating to others
  • Restricted or repetitive behaviors
  • Aversion to being touched
  • Difficulty expressing needs or feelings

Solution:

 

Treatment for a short attention span depends on the underlying cause. However, you can do the following to help increase your focus.

Chew gum

Studies have proven that chewing gum helps to improve your focus or attention at work.

It also helps to keep you alert and without stress.

While chewing gum may not have a long-lasting effect on your ability to concentrate, it’s an easy way to improve your attention span in a pinch.

Drink water

Endeavour to drink plenty of water, so as to stay hydrated. Dehydration can worsen your ability to think.

Exercise
Exercises benefits are endless, as they help to improve your ability to focus.
Exercise improves attention and focus in people with ADHD

You can take a 30 minutes walk, for or 5 times daily.

Meditation

Meditation involves training your mind to focus and redirecting your thoughts. This habitual practice is used to help develop several beneficial habits, such as a positive outlook and self-discipline.

There’s evidence that meditation can improve focus, and that continued meditation leads to improvements in sustained attention.

Keep yourself engaged

If you struggle to pay attention during meetings or lectures, try asking questions or taking notes. Evidence shows that taking notes by hand is more effective in improving attention and listening than using a laptop or other device, which can be distracting.

When to see a doctor

See a healthcare provider if you frequently have trouble focusing or your short attention span is interfering with your ability to perform daily tasks