Rebuilding attention and concentration after brain injury

Difficulty concentrating is one of the most common after-effects of brain injury. Attention can improve with strategy and practice.

Reduce the load

• Work in a quiet, tidy space.
• Do one task at a time - avoid multitasking.
• Turn off notifications while focusing.

Structure your time

• Break tasks into short blocks.
• Take planned breaks before fatigue hits.
• Use timers to stay on track.

Practise focus

• Start with short, achievable focus sessions.
• Gradually extend as stamina builds.
• Use games that gently train attention.

Support your brain

• Prioritise sleep - it restores attention.
• Move regularly to boost alertness.
• Notice and respect signs of overload.

How this site helps

You don’t have to do everything at once. Pick one small idea from above and try it this week.

• Turn a goal into a daily habit with Practice.
• See the evidence behind these ideas in Research.
• Practise the underlying skill with a calm game.

Remember: this is general education, not medical advice. Your clinician knows your situation best.