Children with poor attention span, rehabilitation therapy can help you

introduction

In the fast-paced modern life, it is particularly important to cultivate children's attention. Good attention is not only the foundation of learning, but also the key to future success. However, faced with the complex information world and endless temptations, children seem to have more and more difficulty in concentrating. As parents and educators, we have the responsibility and ability to help children improve this valuable ability. This article will explore the nature of attention, share a variety of effective attention training methods, and summarize its importance, aiming to provide practical guidance for parents and educators.

What is attention

Attention, in short, is the window of our mind, which guides us to focus on the current task or information, allowing us to deeply understand, remember and respond. For children, the development of attention is not only related to academic performance, but also closely related to their cognitive, emotional and social development.

Attention can be divided into two types: intentional attention and unintentional attention. Intentional attention refers to attention that requires subjective effort, a predetermined purpose, and, if necessary, willpower, such as children listening carefully in class; while unintentional attention refers to attention that is involuntarily generated to certain things without a predetermined purpose, without willpower, such as being attracted by the sound of birds outside the window. Improving children's attention mainly refers to enhancing their ability to pay attention intentionally.

Methods of attention training

1. Cognitive training

(1) Schulte grid

Schulte Grid is a simple and effective method for training attention. Draw 25 small squares on a piece of paper, fill in numbers from 1 to 25 in random order, and ask the child to point out and read each number as quickly as possible in order. As the training progresses, the number of squares can be gradually increased or the size of the squares can be reduced to increase the difficulty and challenge of the training. This method can not only train children's visual search speed, but also improve their attention and reaction ability.

(2) Find the Difference Game

The spot-difference game is also a very popular method of training attention. Prepare two pictures that look the same but are actually slightly different, and ask the child to find the difference within a limited time. This game can stimulate children's interest and attention in observation and cultivate their meticulous observation ability.

2. Sensory training

(1) Auditory concentration training

By playing an audio clip containing a variety of sounds (such as birdsong, wind, water flow, etc.), let the child close his eyes and listen carefully, and try to distinguish the different sounds. This kind of training can exercise the child's auditory concentration, improve their auditory discrimination ability and concentration.

(2) Tactile perception training

Use objects of different materials, shapes and temperatures to let children feel their characteristics through touch. This training can stimulate children's tactile nerves and enhance their tactile perception and attention. At the same time, parents can also guide children to describe their feelings and cultivate their language expression ability and imagination.

3. Behavioral training method

(1) Scheduled Task Method

Set a clear task and time limit for your child and ask them to complete the task within the specified time. For example, you can ask your child to complete a math homework or read an article within 20 minutes. This kind of training can cultivate children's sense of time and task awareness, and improve their self-control and concentration.

(2) Mindfulness Meditation

Mindfulness meditation is a method of cultivating attention by focusing on the breathing or physical sensations in the present moment. Parents can guide their children to sit in a quiet environment, close their eyes and breathe deeply, focusing on the breathing or the sensations in a certain part of the body. When the child finds that the attention is distracted, gently bring the attention back to the breathing or physical sensations. This training can help children learn to control their attention and improve their concentration and self-regulation abilities.

4. Interest stimulation method

（1）Gamified Learning

Integrate learning content into games, so that children can learn new knowledge and exercise their attention through games. For example, you can design some puzzle games or competition activities to allow children to improve their attention while having fun. This method can stimulate children's interest and motivation in learning, and improve their attention without realizing it.

(2) Exploratory learning

Encourage children to explore things or areas of their interest, such as scientific experiments, artistic creation, etc. During the exploration process, children need to concentrate on observing, thinking and operating, thereby exercising their attention and creativity. At the same time, parents can also share the results and feelings of the exploration with their children, enhancing the parent-child relationship and the children's self-confidence.

5. Environmental creation method

(1) Reduce interference

Create a quiet, tidy, and distraction-free learning environment for your child. Reduce distractions from electronic devices such as televisions and mobile phones, and ensure that the learning area is well-lit and soft. This environment helps children concentrate on completing tasks.

(2) Music assistance

Some children like to listen to soft music to relax and concentrate when studying. Parents can choose appropriate music types according to their children's preferences, such as classical music, natural sounds, etc. But be careful to avoid choosing music that is too intense or noisy so as not to distract attention.

Summarize

Improving children's attention is a long and arduous task that requires the joint efforts and continuous attention of parents and educators. Through the comprehensive use of cognitive training, sensory training, behavioral training, interest stimulation and environment creation, we can effectively help children improve their attention level. This will not only help improve their academic performance, but also contribute to their all-round development and future success. Let us work together to create a more focused and better growth environment for children!