Concentration and attention
Concentration is the ability to focus on one thing at a time, while attention is the ability to switch between different tasks or stimuli.
Think of concentration as a laser beam, focused on one point, and attention as a spotlight, moving around to different areas.
Focus and attention are essential in helping us to engage with the world around us, whether at school, at work, doing house chores, talking to people, or enjoying our hobbies.
Struggling to focus? You are not alone.
Difficulty concentrating can show up in various ways: trouble finishing tasks, being easily distracted, feeling overwhelmed by information, problems staying organized, and forgetting things. Others are constantly on the move, talk excessively, and have difficulty controlling their impulses.
However, concentration and attention issues can also be related to other factors such as anxiety, depression, aging, stress, menopause, or sleep problems.
You might find it challenging to concentrate and pay attention. This can impact your work, relationships, and overall well-being. You might feel overwhelmed, frustrated, or even anxious.
Arns M, de Ridder S, Strehl U, Breteler M and Coenen A, 2009
This study reviewed and combined results from various research studies on neurofeedback treatment for ADHD. The findings showed that neurofeedback has a strong positive impact on reducing symptoms of inattention and impulsivity and a moderate effect on reducing hyperactivity.
Lingenfelter JE, 2001
This document reviews recent studies on the effectiveness of neurofeedback in treating ADHD. The studies show that neurofeedback can help improve attention, IQ, academic performance, social behavior, and reduce ADHD-related challenges. Typically, treatment involves 20-80 sessions. The review also highlights a new technique called Instantaneous Neuronal Activation Procedure (INAP), which, when combined with neurofeedback, appears to speed up treatment.
Fuchs T, Birbaumer N, Lutzenberger W, Gruzelier J. H., & Kaiser J
This study compared the effects of a 3-month neurofeedback program with stimulant medication (methylphenidate) in treating ADHD in 34 children aged 8-12. Neurofeedback and medication both led to improvements in attention, speed, and accuracy, as well as reduced ADHD-related behaviors, as reported by teachers and parents. The results suggest that neurofeedback can effectively improve ADHD symptoms, particularly for families preferring non-drug treatments.
Efficacy of Barabasz's Instant Alert Hypnosis in the Treatment of ADHD with Neurotherapy
Anderson K, Barabasz M, Barabasz A, Warner D
This study evaluated the effectiveness of combining hypnosis with neurofeedback for treating ADHD in 16 children. The results showed that adding hypnosis improves the effectiveness of ADHD treatment and reduces the overall treatment time.
Virta M, Hiltunen S, Mattsson M, Kallio S
This study explored whether hypnosis and hypnotic suggestions affect attention in adults with ADHD. Using a continuous performance test (CPT), 27 adults with ADHD and 31 controls completed the test four times: before hypnosis, after hypnotic induction, after suggestions about speed and accuracy, and after hypnosis ended. Both groups showed significant decreases in reaction times after receiving hypnotic suggestions, with ADHD participants showing a decrease even after the initial hypnotic induction. The findings suggest that hypnosis can positively influence attention in both ADHD patients and people without ADHD diagnosis.
Discover your new normal
Imagine you could effortlessly navigate your day, whether it is mastering complex equations for school, not drifting off through that endless lecture on Victorian Poetry, staying focused during a demanding work meeting, or immersing yourself deeply in a captivating book.
Imagine the freedom of a mind that can fully engage in every moment, without the constant battle against distractions and the constant chatter.
Imagine sinking into a comfy couch and just relaxing, without needing to adjust your legs constantly. Or watching a presentation without fidgeting or doodling…