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Distraction Mitigation

Meaning

Distraction Mitigation is the implementation of deliberate cognitive and environmental strategies designed to minimize the impact of internal and external stimuli that interfere with sustained attention and task completion. Within the framework of neuro-optimization and hormonal health, this strategy is crucial because hormonal imbalances, such as high cortisol or low thyroid function, can severely impair the prefrontal cortex’s ability to filter out irrelevant information. Effective mitigation protocols involve structuring the workspace, managing digital inputs, and employing specific cognitive techniques to preserve finite attentional resources. The clinical goal is to maximize focused work periods and improve the overall efficiency of cognitive output.