🧠Executive Attention Network

The prefrontal cortex and anterior cingulate cortex manage distraction suppression and goal selection. This forms the neural basis of voluntary focus and self-control.

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📖3 min read📊Level 5🗺️3 subtopics📅April 16, 2026

Author: Бессмертный А.П.

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Three Attention Networks
The classic model divides attention into alerting, orienting, and executive control. Together, they are responsible for readiness, focus targeting, and goal maintenance.
Monitoring Attention Conflict
The anterior cingulate cortex tracks competing signals and notices when attention falters. This internal mechanism helps redirect focus back to the task.
Prefrontal Attention Control
The prefrontal cortex holds the task rule and suppresses impulsive reactions. The greater its load, the harder it is to maintain focus and self-control.

# Исполнительная сеть внимания Префронтальная кора и передняя поясная кора управляют подавлением отвлечений и выбором цели. Это нейронная основа произвольного фокуса и самоконтроля.

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