Aids for intensive mental work
Phases of intensive mental work – learning, writing, therapy or training – demand concentration and energy. At the Kyborg Institute we give on this general, non-binding suggestions – expressly no food-supplement or dosage recommendations.
What can do good
- Plan in breaks – the head works better with recovery.
- Sufficient sleep, movement and fresh air.
- Drink water and eat in a balanced way.
- Short moments of relaxation (e.g. a few calm breaths) to break down tension.
These are suggestions suited to everyday life for well-being – no medical recommendations.
When to have it clarified by a doctor?
If concentration problems, exhaustion or sleep disorders persist, it belongs to be clarified by a doctor. About the sensibleness of food supplements the doctor likewise decides.
Note: This article renders a personal, worldview-based view and is not medical advice. It replaces no medical diagnosis or treatment. For health questions please turn to a doctor or pharmacy; do not discontinue prescribed medication on your own initiative.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Kyborg Institute recommend vitamins or preparations for mental work?
No. Concrete intake and dosage recommendations we have removed. Whether food supplements are sensible is decided by the doctor – we give no blanket recommendations.
What helps with intensive mental work?
Regular breaks, sufficient sleep, movement, fresh air, water and a balanced diet. Short moments of relaxation too can make the head clearer again.
What to do with persistent exhaustion?
If concentration problems or exhaustion persist, please have it clarified by a doctor – treatable causes can lie behind it.
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- — First English version.
Sources
- D. Harald Alke: Gesundheitslexikon (Health Encyclopedia). A detailed account of health-relevant topics and therapeutic methods; bundled, overlapping experiences from around 30 years of life counselling with clients. Kyborg Institute.
Autor: D. Harald Alke