Focus or Concentration
Many HIV+ people report that they sometimes have trouble keeping their minds focused on what they are doing. Whether it is due to HIV, its treatment, or something unrelated, rehabilitation professionals have therapies that can help.
- An occupational therapist can
- help you review your space and lessen distractions that might affect focus or concentration.
- help you break down complex tasks into a series of smaller tasks that are easier to focus on.
- Fatigue can often negatively affect concentration. The treatments listed in the section on fatigue might be helpful.
- An inability to focus can be due in part to sleep difficulties. Rehabilitation techniques can help in this area, as noted elsewhere in this chapter.
Other Rehabilitation Therapies
- Problems in focus or concentration can be due to nutrients lacking from your diet. A dietitian can work with you to develop a balanced meal plan.
Complementary therapies
- A naturopath can recommend supplements that may benefit concentration and focus.