Finding it hard to focus on reading

[benbt]

Finding that depression is making it hard for me to sustain focus. In the past I could read for hours. Now I can read for 30 minutes then need to get some space. Either meditate or go for a brief walk.

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That's been happening to me too. I don't understand why this happens

[Dolphin14]

Me too. I think it's the meds and the illness. I used to read all the time. Can't focus anymore. It's a big loss because I enjoyed it so much.

[bonkers65]

I am the same way. Reading was my way of relaxing and now I find myself having to go back and re-read what I had just read.

[LilyAnnepuppy]

I understand. I have the same problem. Reading has always been a favorite activity of mine and the depression and anxiety has taken it away from me. It sucks.

[benbt]

Have you guys found anything that has helped you with focus? For me going for regular runs has helped.

[LilyAnnepuppy in reply to benbt]

I've found that working harder at focusing is helpful. I have a poem I work at memorizing. Reading simple books like comic books and children's books help build up the neurons in my brain that help me focus. Involvement in this site holds my attention. I have a hobby which, when I can do it, helps. I have to work on it a lot.