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Human Performance
You can switch your attention deliberately (e.g., when you are keeping an eye
on someone or something) or automatically (e.g., when a sudden noise grabs
your attention).
In some situations, the demands for attention capacity can be very high, such
as when working in an open office where you must constantly ignore noise.
You can divide your attention between different tasks; for example, you can
drive a car while having a conversation with a passenger.
Dividing attention between several tasks at the same time puts extra strain on
brain resources.
2.7.2.2 Attention and learning
Attention is absolutely necessary for learning.
To learn something new, you must be adequately focused on important parts
of a book or what an expert or teacher is saying.
Without attention, you would have great difficulty learning and remembering
new skills!
2.7.2.3 Attention and age
As you get older, attention resources decrease, and sensitivity to noise and
distractions increases.
This means that with age, you may become less efficient at multitasking.
2.7.2.4 Improving attention skills
Everyday life demands various types of attention. It requires a certain amount
of training to improve these different types of attention.
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