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Focus issue on study
Hello Doctor,
My name is [Your Name], and I’m reaching out because I feel mentally disturbed and unable to focus on my studies.
I left my job to prepare for government exams (like SSC JE/Phase 13), thinking I would give full attention. But now, instead of studying, my mind is always stuck on thoughts about money, business ideas, and regret about leaving the job.
Even though I want to study, I can't concentrate for more than a few minutes. I feel guilty, restless, and frustrated. I'm constantly thinking — "What if I fail? What will I do for income?"
I come from a middle-class/kisan background and I also have some interest in business. But right now, I’m confused between exam preparation and financial pressure.
✍️ Please suggest what should I do. Do I need a doctor’s help in this situation?
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You are not losing focus because you are lazy or incapable. Anxiety and financial worries are draining your mental bandwidth. With structure, support and professional guidance, it's possible to regain focus and move forward whether in exams, business or a balanced approach.
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Reach out for sessions
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When due to stress regarding various issues as financial, job related start to impair an individual's life, medications with relaxation exercises, coping skills should be advised.
Further more details such as duration, mood, anxiety symptoms, sleep pattern, personality need to be assessed
Do not worry , everyone is facing problems in their respective life, most important is solution that must be seeked
You are aware and wishing for help, it's a positive attitude, you will be fine once advice followed
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Hello, first please take a deep breath. There can be many reasons for this happening to you, financial worry, personal or professional conflicts.
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From your question content it seems that you need career consultation. It will assist you in regaining mental clarity and deciding next course of action be it business or study.
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Hi.. consult online for counseling
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Dr. Seujee Goswami
Psychiatrist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
It’s natural to feel unsettled when financial concerns, career uncertainty, and self-doubt are constantly on your mind. This mental load can make it difficult to focus for more than a few minutes, leaving you restless and frustrated.
Next Steps
• Break study into short, timed sessions (20–30 minutes) with clear, realistic daily goals.
• Keep a “distraction list” nearby to quickly note unrelated ideas or worries, so you can revisit them after study time.
• Begin each study block with 2–3 minutes of slow breathing or grounding exercises to calm your mind.
• Structure your day with fixed study hours, meal times, and short breaks to restore a sense of routine.
If these difficulties continue beyond a couple of weeks, consider consulting a mental health professional to address anxiety and rebuild focus with tailored strategies.
Health Tips
Don’t ignore prolonged restlessness, guilt, or inability to concentrate—these can worsen over time and impact both exam preparation and overall well-being. Avoid long, unstructured study marathons, as they may increase mental fatigue; consistent, focused effort is far more effective.
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