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New York Post
30-06-2025
- Health
- New York Post
If you can't read this headline without getting distracted, try the ‘Take Five' method for better focus
Is your train of thought constantly derailing? It's no wonder that attention spans have dwindled in the age of information overload, with news, videos, notifications and ads constantly competing for our time. For example, the average attention span on a screen dropped from 2.5 minutes in 2004 to just 47 seconds in recent years, one researcher found. Advertisement 4 Many people have short attention spans because they are stressed or anxious. David L/ – Stress, anxiety and sleep deprivation are among the top reasons for a short attention span, according to a new survey of 1,000 US adults commissioned by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and College of Medicine. These findings don't surprise Dr. Evita Singh, a psychiatrist with Ohio State's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health. Advertisement When her patients express concern about their ability to focus, 'there's a good chance that it ends up being because they're so stressed out or they're anxious.' To help them easily remember how to improve their attention span and overall focus, Singh developed a tool called 'Take Five.' 4 Dr. Evita Singh, a psychiatrist with Ohio State's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, developed the 'Take Five' method for better focus. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Advertisement T — Take breaks often. A — Actively engage in just one task at hand. K — Keep distractions to a minimum. E — Eliminate multitasking. Five — Spend five minutes refocusing with a small workout, mindfulness or an enjoyable activity. 'Sometimes these small adjustments can go a long way in daily life,' Singh told The Post. She encourages aiming for a five- to 10-minute tech break at least once an hour, especially if you're aimlessly scrolling through social media. Digital devices are a big source of distraction and enable multitasking, which Singh stresses can be detrimental to attention spans. Advertisement 4 Singh recommends taking a five- to 10-minute tech break at least once an hour, especially if you're aimlessly scrolling through social media. simona – Research suggests that the brain isn't well-suited to process several streams of information at once. The result is typically decreased focus, increased distractibility and reduced cognitive performance. 'When people are multitasking, when they have so many things in their mind that they're thinking about, they can get exhausted,' Singh explained. 'And then it's really hard to enjoy things, which can then lead to depression or anxiety.' Surprisingly, 25% of the respondents to the Ohio State survey said they don't have trouble with their attention span. 4 A man is shown participating in 'Take Five,' a re-centering technique that includes journaling and helps him stay focused. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Not that short attention spans are all bad. 'At times when there is just way too much information to sort through, a shorter attention span may help an individual move through this information faster,' Singh said. 'However, the concern is about how much they are actually getting out of the information to then move forward with it.' Advertisement Singh imagines that attention spans will continue to shrink, noting the trend towards shorter videos to fill the need for quick, easily digestible content. She hopes 'Take Five' helps people train their brains to focus better. If the method is not a good fit or a lack of focus is affecting your daily life, Singh recommends seeking help from a mental health professional.
Belfast Telegraph
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
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NDTV
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Priyanka Chopra And Nick Jonas's Mushy Pics From Met Gala 2025 Is Everything. Bonus
New Delhi: Priyanka Chopra Jonas shared a series of behind-the-scenes photos from her MET Gala 2025 weekend. What The first image shows Priyanka Chopra in a white halter-neck column gown with bold black polka dots, paired with elbow-length gloves, a statement emerald necklace, and a large black hat. She captioned the post: "Still thinking about this date night.. #MET25," with Dave Brubeck's Take Five playing in the background. The post also featured intimate moments with husband Nick Jonas. In one image, the couple is seen standing close in a golden-lit room, with Priyanka in a sparkly silver fringe mini-dress and Nick in a tailored suit. Another photo captures Nick kissing Priyanka's shoulder. A standout moment came from their daughter Malti Marie, who was seen in a red frock, black gloves and white socks, wearing Priyanka's oversized MET Gala hat in a hallway shot. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Priyanka (@priyankachopra) Background The MET Gala holds personal significance for Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas as they first attended the event together in 2017. After skipping last year, they returned in 2025, with Priyanka wearing a polka dot jacket and train and Nick in a coordinated black and white look. Professionally, Priyanka is set to make her return to Indian cinema in SS Rajamouli's upcoming film with Mahesh Babu. She has already filmed key scenes in Odisha and Hyderabad.
News18
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Priyanka Chopra Holds Nick Jonas Close, Singer Kisses Her Shoulder In Hot MET Gala Pics
Last Updated: Priyanka Chopra shared MET Gala 2025 photos, showing glamorous outfits, moments with Nick Jonas, and a cute shot of their daughter Malti Marie. Priyanka Chopra just dropped a swoon-worthy behind-the-scenes photo dump from her MET Gala 2025 weekend—and it's serving glamour, romance, and a dash of adorable! The carousel begins with a striking solo shot: Priyanka stuns in her MET ensemble – a white halter-neck column gown adorned with bold black polka dots, cinched at the waist with a slim belt. Channeling vintage Hollywood elegance, she completed the look with dramatic elbow-length black gloves, a statement emerald necklace, and a larger-than-life black hat. Her caption? Simple yet swoony: 'Still thinking about this date night.. #MET25" — paired with the smooth jazz notes of Dave Brubeck's Take Five playing in the background. Another photo raises the temperature—Priyanka shares a sultry moment with husband Nick Jonas. The couple is seen in a moody, golden-lit room, standing close by a mirror. Priyanka wears a sparkly silver fringe mini-dress, while Nick looks sharp in a tailored suit. Their intense eye contact and Nick's protective hand placement speak volumes—clearly, date night was a whole vibe. In another photo, Nick gently kisses her shoulder. But it's the third image that stole hearts: little Malti Marie making her hallway runway debut in a red frock, black gloves, white socks—and yes, rocking her mom's oversized MET Gala hat. Shot from behind, the photo is pure joy, showing how fashion clearly runs in the family. Check out the photos here: The Met Gala is a special chapter in Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas's love story, as they first attended the event together in 2017 before starting their relationship. After missing last year's gala, the couple returned to the blue carpet for the 2025 event. For the occasion, Priyanka turned heads in a unique polka dot jacket, matching dress and a flowing train, while Nick looked charming in a black and white outfit. On the work front, Priyanka Chopra is all set to return to Indian cinema with SS Rajamouli's upcoming film starring Mahesh Babu. She has already shot crucial scenes in locations across Odisha and Hyderabad. First Published:
BBC News
22-05-2025
- BBC News
Stay Wary of ATM Fraud
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