How long can your brain pay attention without a reason or without receiving an emotionally relevant cue?

ten minutes

five minutes

twenty minutes

thirty minutes

1 answer

The duration that a brain can pay attention without a reason or without receiving an emotionally relevant cue varies, but research suggests that, on average, most people can maintain focused attention for about 10 to 20 minutes before experiencing a decline in concentration. Thus, both ten minutes and twenty minutes are plausible estimates, depending on the individual and the context. However, for optimal sustained attention, frequent breaks and emotionally engaging content are recommended.