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Brain Focus Problems

Brain focus problems or troubled concentration can occur due to tiredness, anxiety, stress, depression, attention-deficit hyperactive disorder, hunger, certain medications, endocrinal disorders, head injury, aging, dementia, Alzheimer's disease, learning disabilities, delirium, sleep disorders, etc. Difficulty concentrating can be due to intrusive thoughts, difficulty staying awake, inattentiveness, overactivity, and impulsiveness.

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How can I overcome my habit of using cannabis?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 26-year-old woman who realized that my cannabis use has increased. It began casually, but it has become more common and is affecting my daily life. Concentration is becoming increasingly difficult for me, and my motivation is diminishing. I am wondering whether this is something...  Read Full »


Dr. Sugreev Singh

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. In reality, it is due to cannabis, therefore you must quit using it totally, otherwise, it may bring more significant problems in the future, such as sleep disruption, sadness and anxiety, high heart rate, palpitations, and so on. It will be detrimental to the immune s...  Read Full »

My sister finds it difficult to focus on tasks. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, My sister, who is 27 years old, has been struggling with issues like difficulty focusing on tasks, forgetfulness, impulsivity, and restlessness. I am concerned about her well-being and want to support her. Could you please guide us on how we can help her at this stage and explore ways ...  Read Full »


Dr. Sugreev Singh

Answer: Hi there Welcome to icliniq.com I understand your concern. If these symptoms occurred without any reason, then they can be treated with medicines, but if she has been like this since birth, then it will be challenging to treat. So, if it is recently developed, then it can be due to hormonal defic...  Read Full »

I find it difficult to concentrate on my studies. Kindly help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am 18 years old. I find it difficult to focus on my studies. I want to learn, but I have trouble focusing. My mind is basically blank, and I am becoming duller day by day. I want to achieve my objectives, but I am too lazy. I have finals in 25 days and have done absolutely nothing to...  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Patidar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Your brain knows that starting studies will cause stress because you will learn that there are many things that are still unresolved and need to be covered; as a result, your brain is avoiding them. But refrain fro...  Read Full »

I have trouble falling asleep, staying focused, doing easy tasks, and distinguishing between my right and left hands. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 21-year-old male, and I struggle to concentrate on anything. I am overwhelmed by the thoughts going through my head, and I cannot go to sleep. I get dreams that are very vivid, and this has been happening for the past three weeks. In addition, I cannot multi-task with simple thi...  Read Full »


Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. You may have a major depressive disorder with Gerstmann's syndrome or underlying stress. There is non-pharmacological management for it, and I suggest you to follow few instructions mentioned. It will help you. Exe...  Read Full »

I cannot focus, struggle a lot while studying, and feel guilty. Please help me.

Query: Hi doctor, I have a problem while studying. I force myself to study, but I struggle a lot. I cannot focus. It takes me three hours and more to recite simple answers. I end up having the guilt of why I cannot focus like other children. I have been facing this problem for years. There is no problem wi...  Read Full »


Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your situation. you need to make your study interesting, so it will be easy to learn. You are 21 years old, so you will have difficulty remembering as you would like to do in childhood. After 16 years of age, you have a conceptual memory, which means yo...  Read Full »

How to tackle my recent breakup?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 20 year old engineering student. Life has been good to me for all these years. Eight months ago I met a girl, and since I met her, I have not spent a day without talking to her, and it was a long distance relationship. Now, I was very inexperienced when it comes to love as it requi...  Read Full »


Dr. Seikhoo Bishnui

Answer: Hello, Welcome to iciniq.com. I have read the details you provided, and I can understand your concern. It is good that you have improved yourself and are doing fine now. Your primary concern is that you are not able to forget the past and this is bothering you. You are just 20, and you have your who...  Read Full »

I have intrusive thoughts and focusing issues. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, After the last consultation, I took the prescription recommended by you. I also had the thyroid test, and it was all fine. I was able to have a good sleep. And my efficiency of working increased a bit. But now, again, I am having intrusive thoughts, and there is always something going ...  Read Full »


Dr. Ashok Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and the problems encountered by you while discontinuing the medication. At the same time, I am happy to know that you are doing well in many domains with little medication and no problematic side effects other than a possible unusual smile. As...  Read Full »

Something is always running in my mind and I am unable to focus on my studies. Kindly help me.

Query: Hello doctor,I am a lazy one, and all the time's something is running in my mind. I am not accurately able to focus on my studies, and I am getting afraid and tensed by every little issue. So kindly help me.  Read Full »


Dr. Ajit Naik

Answer: Hello, Welcome to ilciniq.com. Continuous something running in mind if it is unwanted is called brooding or rumination. The more you continue it, the more problems it may create. Problems like making you more lethargic. Better start behavioral modifications like exercise, distraction techniques, k...  Read Full »

Can I consult a psychiatrist for my memory loss?

Query: Hi doctor, I feel like I am in a constant brain fog state. I have terrible social anxiety as I cannot remember anything to talk about. This has kept me from truly pursuing anything. I do not want to look stupid. In school, I usually zone out and often forget the names of people who I already met. So...  Read Full »


Dr. Seikhoo Bishnui

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, a psychiatrist can help with memory loss. First of all considering your age, the memory loss you have is not due to organic causes. But, most likely due to poor focus and concentration, which in turn due to social anxiety and depression. Brain fog like state and ...  Read Full »

I remain tired, have mood swings, and have difficulties staying focused. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I cannot focus and need to remember things. I always feel tired. I am such a moody woman, and I have a daughter who is 18 months old. Thanks.  Read Full »


Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You may have a major depressive disorder or underlying stress. There is non-pharmacological management for your depression, and you should follow the guidelines below to deal with it. It will help you. It will help if you exercise 30 to 45 minu...  Read Full »

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