In 2004, the average office worker spent two and a half minutes focusing on a task before opening up another browser window ...

I’ve been thinking about different forms of distraction, and the differences between distraction and mind-wandering. We talk a lot about focus and distraction, and often talk about them as if they’re ...

A new study shows that attention moves in fast repeating cycles in the brain, making us more open to distraction at certain moments.

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Let's start with some facts: Seventy-percent of people say they have a problem paying attention. The average attention span is eight seconds. After reading this sentence, it’s likely that you’re going ...

Research also suggests that environment has a significant impact on attention, Sibley says, which suggests it can be tweaked to improve focus. “People should feel reassured that if they did assess ...

Scientists have found that frequent distractions, including pop-ups or notifications, may be related to the natural rhythms ...

Startup founder Jasveer Singh questions productivity in coworking spaces and cafes, explaining distractions and need for deep ...

When was the last time something (or someone) held your full attention without you feeling the pull to check email, scroll social media or reply to a text? How often do you find yourself multitasking, ...