The ability to focus is integral to successful study - but for many students this is an uphill struggle. With a unique blend of scientific insight and practical strategies, this book shows students how to reclaim their focus.

This is the ultimate guide for university students seeking to master the art of focus in an increasingly distracting world. Focus is not just a collection of tips; it's a journey into understanding how the brain engages with the task of concentrating in an environment that constantly competes for our attention. With its blend of scientific insight and practical strategies, it's an ideal starting point for students transitioning to the demands of higher education, where self-directed study and attention management are crucial.

This book delves into essential aspects of focus, from understanding the basics of sleep, nutrition, and mental health to navigating the intricacies of attention spans influenced by digital media. It empowers students to create conducive study environments, even in confined spaces, and teaches how to effectively manage distractions, a common hurdle in the digital age.

What sets this book apart is its holistic approach. It doesn't just offer quick fixes but provides a deep understanding of how our brains focus and what environmental and lifestyle factors affect that focus. It provides evidence-based methods and techniques to enhance concentration during lectures, studying sessions, writing sessions, and creative tasks.

By equipping readers with a robust set of skills and knowledge, Focus is an essential guide for achieving academic success and developing lifelong concentration skills in an ever-distracting world.

Focus is also available in audiobook format from audiobook retailers.

"It's not about working harder, it's about focusing smarter. Packed with practical tools and real strategies, this book helps students cut through distractions and build study habits that actually work. This is a book all students and faculty should use." - Neil Bradbury, Professor of Physiology and Biophysics, Rosalind Franklin University, US

"This book is a great primer for those interested in understanding the details of how better focus, deep learning and task switching can influence our ability to recall information." - Adam Brown, Co-Director of Center for Attention, Learning & Memory, St. Bonaventure University, US

"Emma Louth Als has crafted a delightful, timely, science-backed guide that will meet you where you are—whether you’re juggling deadlines, distractions, or the demands of modern life. Focus is not only practical but immensely empowering, offering clear strategies for building habits that support deep learning and wellbeing. This is a must-read for anyone serious about reclaiming their attention in a noisy world." - Chris Bailey, bestselling author and productivity expert