Brain training
Brain training exercises can be a great way to boost your cognitive function. You can practise repeating words in your mind or drawing mental pictures. Both will challenge your memory and help you improve your focus.
Exercise
Regular exercise can improve your memory and concentration. Exercise increases levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a protein that plays a key role in memory and learning. This hormone increases brain cells’ capacity to store, organize, and access information. The more BDNF you produce, the better your memory will be.
Getting out of the house
Getting out of the house and spending time outdoors improves memory and concentration. Those who don’t get out of the house often forget their keys, or their mind just goes blank after a day at work. But a recent study at the University of Michigan found that getting out of the house and spending time outdoors can help combat these problems.
Using a timer
One of the easiest ways to increase your memory and concentration is to set a timer and follow it. This simple trick helps you focus better and eliminate distractions. The timer also works to help you avoid procrastination by allowing you to take regular short breaks. This way, tackling a task does not seem so difficult.
Developing new neural pathways
We develop new neural pathways as a result of our daily experiences. However, some habits are more resistant to change than others. Habits that have been around for years have formed deep trails in the brain. These pathways are much harder to alter than those that are younger. Developing new neural pathways is not a miracle cure, but it can help you live a happier life.
Using mnemonic devices
Using mnemonic devices for memory and concentration may reduce anxiety and help students to perform better on exams. However, this method is not without its limitations. In order to determine the effectiveness of mnemonics, researchers need to collect data on students’ performance, anxiety, and use of the device.
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