the length of time you can concentrate on some idea or activity

Time for which the mental focus is maintained on a specific issue, object, or activity.

The length of time one is able to concentrate on a task at hand. [Click Here to Return to List

a span of time an individual can concentrate or focus attention on a task without being distracted or losing interest.

The length of time a person can focus on a single task. Varies with the person, task, commitment, and other factors. For complex tasks, people often expect a longer attention span than is realistic. Topics: Focus

The amount of time one is able to concentrate on a task. Also called attending in special education jargon.

The duration of time one can concentrate on a subject or idea without distraction or losing interest. See also Distractibility.

Duration of time one can attend to a specific task.

Attention span is the amount of time a person can concentrate on a single activity. The ability to focus one's mental or other efforts on an object is generally considered to be of prime importance to the achievement of goals. People usually have a longer attention span when they are doing something that they enjoy.