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Memory Concentration

Psychological Domain

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Psychological

In the Psychological Domain, the sociodemographics that were moderately correlated were educational attainment and occupational status. These two factors had a stronger relationship to psychological quality of life (QoL) compared to the other variables, which showed only weak correlations.

Individuals with higher education or stable, fulfilling work are better equipped to handle the emotional challenges of long-term treatment. Education can improve health literacy and self-confidence, while meaningful work provides structure, social connection, and a sense of purpose. Together, these factors play a powerful role in helping patients maintain a positive mindset and emotional resilience throughout their treatment journey.

Memory Concentration

Cognitive abilities such as memory and concentration are essential for attention, problem-solving, and functional daily living, and are considered part of mental health (Mojtabai, 2015; WHO, 2022).

General Interventions

(For age, sex, marital status, household income, comorbidities)

1. You should engage in memory-enhancing activities.

Try puzzles, memory games, or recalling lists of information to keep your memory sharp (Owens, et al., 2020).

2. You should minimize distractions when trying to concentrate or recall information.

A quiet, focused environment will help your mind stay engaged. (Gazzaley et al., 2013).

3. You should establish routines to help organize information and improve recall ability

A structured day supports better memory function. (Epton et al., 2021).

Educational Attainment-Based: Lower Formal Education

1. You should repeat important information aloud to reinforce memory retention

Verbal repetition strengthens memory by involving multiple senses. (Wooten & Cuevas, 2024)

2. You should make use of simple memory aids, such as lists or sticky notes, to remember important tasks or information.

Visual aids can prompt your memory and make recalling easier. (Lindström et al., 2021).

3. You should practice recalling memories regularly, even simple daily activities, to improve memory retention

Regular practice will help strengthen your memory over time. (Patel, 2024).

Educational Attainment-Based: Higher Formal Education

1. You should use mnemonic devices to remember complex information more easily.

Mnemonics help you organize and store information in a way that's easier to recall. (Twomey & Kroneisen, 2021)

2. You should take notes during learning sessions and review them often to reinforce memory.

Writing down key points improves recall and comprehension. (Bridgeman, 2021).

3. You should practice focusing on one task at a time to enhance concentration and avoid memory overload

Focusing fully on a single task improves both concentration and memory. (Academia Today, 2023).

Occupational Status-Based: Unemployed

1. You should engage in mentally stimulating activities such as reading or learning new hobbies

This helps keep your brain active and improves memory and concentration. (Davis et al., 2023)

2. You should create a regular routine that includes activities for mental stimulation, such as puzzles or educational games.

A structured day can support cognitive health. (Sakurai et al., 2021).

3. You should break tasks into small, manageable parts to improve focus and memory retention.

Breaking tasks down prevents cognitive overload and improves concentration. (Sakurai et al., 2021).

Occupational Status-Based: Employed

1. You should use a calendar or digital reminders to help manage work tasks and remember deadlines.

Organizational tools support memory retention and reduce mental clutter. (Andersson et al., 2021)

2. You should create a quiet space for important tasks or meetings to enhance concentration.

A calm, focused environment helps reduce distractions and increases productivity (Peper et al., 2022).

3. You should take regular breaks during work hours to refresh your mind and maintain focus.

Breaks help reset your concentration and improve mental clarity. (Andersson et al., 2021)

References

● NANDA International. (2021). NANDA Nursing Diagnoses: Definitions and Classification, 16th Edition.
● Owens, M., Smith, R., & Jones, L. (2020). Associations between cognitively stimulating leisure activities, cognitive function and age-related cognitive decline. Psychological Research, 14, 45–56. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24989949/
● Gazzaley, A., et al. (2013). Impact of visual distractions on memory encoding and recall. Time, 469(8142), 45–49. https://time.com/4698142/stay-focused-brain-health/?utm_sourc
● Epton, T., Hendry, J., Sheeran, P., Armitage, C. J., Harris, P. R., Hollands, G. J., ... & Orbell, S. (2021). Habit formation following routine-based versus time-based cue planning: A randomized controlled trial. British Journal of Health Psychology, 26(1), 42–59.https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33405284/
● Wooten, J. O., & Cuevas, J. A. (2024). The effects of dual coding theory on social studies vocabulary and comprehension in elementary education. International Journal on Social and Educational Sciences, 6(4), 673–691. https://doi.org/10.46328/ijonses.696
● Lindström, E., Reineck, C., & Ballesteros, S. (2021). External memory aids enhance adults’ memory for everyday tasks. Journal of Applied Research in Memory and Cognition, 10(1), 105–114. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jarmac.2020.11.002
● Patel, V. (2024). Investigating how visuals influence the brain: Effects of picture–word combinations on short‑term memory. SSRN. Advance online publication. SSRN
● Twomey, C., & Kroneisen, M. (2021). The effectiveness of the loci method as a mnemonic device: Meta‑analysis. Frontiers in Psychology. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33535926/
● Bridgeman, B. (2021). Back to basics: How reading the text and taking notes improves learning. International Review of Economics Education, 37, Article 100217. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.iree.2021.100217
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● Sakurai, Y., et al. (2021). Effects of cognitive stimulation on overall cognitive function in older adults: A systematic review. International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, 36(2), 213–225. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0167494322001947?utm_
● Andersson, H., et al. (2021). An interactive digital calendar with mobile phone reminders (RemindMe): A pilot RCT. Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology. https://doi.org/10.1080/11038128.2021.1917654
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