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Attention and Focus

Meaning

Attention and Focus, in a neuroendocrine context, describe the executive cognitive functions essential for selecting relevant sensory information and sustaining mental effort toward a specific goal, resisting distraction. This critical neurological capacity is profoundly regulated by the precise balance of key neurotransmitters and hormones, including dopamine, norepinephrine, and thyroid hormones. Optimal hormonal signaling is paramount for maintaining the necessary neural plasticity and arousal levels required for high-level cognitive performance and task completion.