Our minds wander less as we age and, when older adults do let their minds drift, they're more likely to be distracted by pleasant thoughts, research finds.

A new study posits a "general distractibility" trait, called "d" factor, that that people prone to external and internal distractions share.

While a cup of joe or a brief nap during an all-nighter might help you feel a little more alert, it won’t offset cognitive impairments from sleep deprivation when you’re performing complex tasks.

A study looks at the neural mechanism that helps the brain decide whether to focus visual attention on a rewarding task or a fun distraction.

The COVID-19 pandemic may have played a considerable role in the uptick of adults being treated for ADHD. But more data is needed to determine whether the trends will continue.

Teens who take ADHD drugs aren't at higher risk of using cocaine or methamphetamine as young adults, but prescription misuse changes things.

Eight-month-old babies rely more on other people's attention than on their own observations, a study shows.

There is a link between huge amounts of parental attention and the development of narcissistic traits in children.

Dobble is a card game that originated in France in 2009. It involves observation, articulation and speed.

Too much or too little noise in the office can harm our well-being, research finds. The ideal is about 50 decibels.