The phrase "a simplistic focus" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe an approach or perspective that is overly simple or lacks depth in understanding a complex issue.
Example: "The report suffers from a simplistic focus, failing to address the underlying factors contributing to the problem."
Alternatives: "a narrow perspective" or "a superficial emphasis".
There has also been far too much simplistic focus on raising awareness, as opposed to addressing the root causes of vulnerability.
More importantly, the simplistic focus on jobs and poverty programs suggests that racism and white supremacy are just byproducts, psychological problems that undergird class oppression.
Furthermore, the red flag approach may be too simplistic, focusing only on the disease-related determinants of diagnostic delay.
As the British experience of the late 19th century shows, a simplistic and unceasing focus on "tradition" as an exit strategy will not establish a stable Afghan state.
Not heeding such advice combined with an unscientific focus on a simplistic measure like "92%" does no favors for autism research.
In short, as productivity and impact are not a simple and declining function of age, effective policies must take into consideration the collective aspects of scientific research and not focus on a simplistic view of "creativity" as an individualistic property of a person.
The review underscores that the tendency to focus on a simplistic 'what works?' principle does not adequately contribute to understanding 'how' participatory processes can develop community ownership and resultantly contribute to health improvements.
"For Science's Gatekeepers, a Credibility Gap" (The Doctor's World, May 2) presents a simplistic view of editorial review and focuses on a few cases in which research has been found to be fraudulent.
Some people at CNBC have criticized Mr. Cohen for a simplistic approach to business news that focused more heavily on market movements than on the deeper economic forces behind them.
