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The shrinking attention span: How to improve your focus
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· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on improving attention span and managing distractions are available from the source, KTVU FOX 2 News, which featured Mark's expertise on the subject.
A local news segment on KTVU FOX 2 News discussed the impact of frequent notifications on concentration. These interruptions can affect learning, productivity, and memory over time. Gloria Mark, author of a book on the topic, shared advice on making simple changes to improve focus.
Mark appeared on 'The Nine' to discuss this issue and potential solutions. Further details on improving attention span and managing distractions are available from the source, KTVU FOX 2 News, which featured Mark's expertise on the subject.
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Category: local Published: August 4, 2026 Source: KTVU FOX 2 News Reading time: 1 min
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