Why staying focused is harder than ever and what science can tell us about it
January 07, 2026
January 07, 2026
HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 7 -- Rice University posted the following news release:
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Why staying focused is harder than ever and what science can tell us about it
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From phone notifications and flashing alerts to crowded screens and busy workspaces, modern life is full of visual distractions competing for our attention. While people often talk about focus as a matter of willpower, Rice University psychologist Kirsten Adam is interested in what� . . .
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Why staying focused is harder than ever and what science can tell us about it
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From phone notifications and flashing alerts to crowded screens and busy workspaces, modern life is full of visual distractions competing for our attention. While people often talk about focus as a matter of willpower, Rice University psychologist Kirsten Adam is interested in what� . . .