Scientists have studied deep focus in the brain. In other words, they wanted to know what happens in our brain when we concentrate hard on something. They used a special brain scan called fMRI to watch brain networks work.
They found that the brain networks change and move. This can affect how well a person pays attention.
The scientists saw a pattern that repeats about every 20 seconds in the brain networks during deep focus. They also found that two important parts of the brain work together during this process. These parts are called the fronto-parietal control network (FPCN) and the default mode network (DMN).
The FPCN becomes active when you’re trying to carry out a task. The DMN, on the other hand, plays a role in deep thought. The results indicate that the ways these networks work can predict changes in how well a person can pay attention.
This research could help people learn to focus better. The Georgia Tech team hopes to further study these brain activities and better understand how to increase focus and attention. This is a step toward developing strategies to help people focus better, particularly during cognitive tasks.
Vocabulary List:
- Focus (noun): Concentration or attention on a particular subject.
- Concentrate (verb): To direct one attention or mental effort towards a particular object or activity.
- Scan (noun): An image or diagram produced by electronically scanning a subject.
- Network (noun): A group of interconnected people or things.
- Predict (verb): To say or estimate that something will happen in the future.
- Cognitive (adjective): Relating to cognition the mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thoughtexperienceand the senses.
