Why do I move my feet constantly and lose concentration during class?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have trouble concentrating in school and always feel the urge to move. I will start moving my legs to improve concentration. I notice this habit when I have to read because I cannot stay focused for more than a few minutes. Please help.

Thank you.

Answered by Ananth Shanmugam

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Dr. Ananth Shanmugam is a highly experienced psychiatrist and andrologist with expertise in mental health, psychotherapy, and counseling. He provides compassionate care for conditions such as anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and men’s health issues. With a focus on holistic well-being, he blends medical expertise with personalized therapy to help patients achieve emotional balance, mental resilience, and healthier relationships.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have read the query, and I can understand your concern.

Loss of focus can happen because of physical and mental stress. Therefore, I suggest you practice exercising to clear your mind and regularly exercise to boost your concentration power.

I hope this will help you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At May 29, 2014
Reviewed At February 2, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ananth Shanmugam is a highly experienced psychiatrist and andrologist with expertise in mental health, psychotherapy, and counseling. He provides compassionate care for conditions such as anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and men’s health issues. With a focus on holistic well-being, he blends medical expertise with personalized therapy to help patients achieve emotional balance, mental resilience, and healthier relationships.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Ananth Shanmugam is a highly experienced psychiatrist and andrologist with expertise in mental health, psychotherapy, and counseling. He provides compassionate care for conditions such as anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and men’s health issues. With a focus on holistic well-being, he blends medical expertise with personalized therapy to help patients achieve emotional balance, mental resilience, and healthier relationships.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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