531- How to Manage Executive Function and Wor...

Suzanne Allen, Psy.D., discusses the four time-blindness modes and what they look like in daily life; how time blindness can affect academics, relationships, and sense of self; how to respond in supportive ways; and about strategies to support stronger time awareness. Resources: ...  Show more

Russell Ramsay, Ph.D., outlines professional recommendations for adult ADHD evaluations, addressing issues unique to the assessment of ADHD in women and older adults, including overlapping symptoms with co-existing conditions. Resources: Diagnosing ADHD in Women and Older Adults ...  Show more

If you haven't figured it out yet, executive functions pretty much rule our life. From remembering to brush our teeth, working memory, planning our day, switching from one thing to the next, understanding time etc.

If those of us with ...

Executive functioning is a set of cognitive skills that help us manage time, plan, prioritize, initiate and complete tasks, regulate emotions, and resist distractions. These skills impact how we perform at work and in life – it’s the foundation of self-management. 

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Changing habits can be completely daunting, especially when you have executive dysfunction. Executive functioning is pretty vital for creating sustainable change because it encompasses organization, task initiation, planning and prioritizing, self-monitoring, emotional control ...

Struggling to stay organized, follow through on plans, or keep your emotions in check? You’re not alone. Many people face challenges with executive functioning—a set of mental skills that can impact everything from daily routines to long-term goals. In this ep ...