How can a balance be achieved between religious commitment and academic achievement, especially after the noticeable decline in academic levels due to increased interest in Sharia sciences?

There is no contradiction between religious uprightness and academic excellence, because uprightness does not mean abandoning worldly life but rather benefiting from it in ways that are useful and aid in obeying Allah. Academic excellence gives a good reputation to the upright. It is necessary to balance religious knowledge and formal education by managing time, and if it is possible to pursue formal education specializing in Sharia, then enrolling in it is better. To treat poor concentration, Ruqya Shar'iyya is recommended, along with maintaining adhkar (remembrances of Allah), and consulting specialists.