Hyperfocus
Hyperfocus is a term used in the field of psychology to describe an intense form of mental concentration or absorption in which the individual becomes fully engrossed in a task, to the exclusion of all other thoughts and actions.
Pronunciation
Hyperfocus is pronounced as /ˈhaɪ.pərˌfoʊ.kəs/.
Etymology
The term "hyperfocus" is derived from the Greek word "hyper" meaning "over" or "beyond", and the Latin word "focus" meaning "hearth" or "center of activity".
Definition
Hyperfocus is a state of intense concentration that can last for hours or even days. It is often experienced by individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), but can also occur in other conditions such as autism and bipolar disorder. During a hyperfocus episode, the individual may become so absorbed in a task that they lose awareness of their surroundings and may neglect basic needs such as eating and sleeping.
Related Terms
- ADHD: A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulty paying attention, excessive activity, or difficulty controlling behavior.
- Autism: A developmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior.
- Bipolar Disorder: A mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression).
See Also
- Flow (psychology): A mental state of operation in which a person performing an activity is fully immersed in a feeling of energized focus, full involvement, and enjoyment in the process of the activity.
- Hyperactivity: A state of being unusually or abnormally active.
- Concentration: The action or power of focusing one's attention or mental effort.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hyperfocus
- Wikipedia's article - Hyperfocus
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