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Everyone›s attention can drift at times, like when you lose your concentration for a moment while doing routine tasks. Many people shrug off these lapses in focus as «senior moments,» but they might be related to a vulnerable brain process called executive function. «Your brain›s executive function helps you plan, make decisions, and -- perhaps most important -- pay attention,» says Dr. Joel Salinas, a neurologist with Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital. «It acts much like the
A SLOW, GRADUAL DECLINE Your executive function peaks alongside other brain functions in your early 20s and then gradually diminishes over time. Fortunately, the process is quite slow, says Dr. Salinas. Everyone›s brain is wired and programmed differently, and some people struggle with attention more than others. But if you notice any sudden change in your ability to concentrate
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