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Focus & Attention

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•Last Updated: May 23, 2023

Focus and attention refers to the ability to concentrate on a target stimulus, problem, or task for a specific period of time. Focus and attention are important to effectively carry out tasks in everyday life.

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2,781 participants in 16 trials and 3 meta-analyses

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How could incomplete tasks affect focus and attention?

How could lack of planning affect focus and attention?

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May 23, 2023

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