Attention regulation

Attention regulation is the ability to start, stay with, and shift attention when needed. It can vary with stress, noise, or interest.

Definition

Attention regulation includes sustaining focus and switching between tasks. People may find it easier to focus on high‑interest tasks and harder to persist with boring ones. External structure, timers, and clear prompts can make attention more reliable. Support should be practical and kind, not punitive.

Why it matters here

NeuroBreath tools provide short focus routines that support attention without overload.

In NeuroBreath you can use this term for…

Common misunderstandings

  • If someone is interested, they can always focus.
  • Attention challenges are just bad habits.

Related terms

Citations & review

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Last reviewed

17 Jan 2026

Next review due

16 Jul 2026

Updated

17 Jan 2026

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Update history
  • 17 Jan 2026contentInitial glossary definition published.

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