Presentation: Executive Functioning Essentials
Executive Functioning (EF) refers to the brain’s behaviour management system.
A lack of EF may create lack of motivation and social skills, resulting in low grades, school avoidance, anxiety and stress.
Learn how difficulties with EF relate to problem behaviours, as well as ways you can help!
Mind maps & ADHD: Organizing Thoughts & Ideas
Mind mapping is an engaging visual tool for organizing thoughts and ideas. This an especially helpful exercise for ADHD brains that think in connections rather than straight lines. By bringing creativity into the organization process, we increase engagement and motivation.
Diet & ADHD symptoms: What’s the connection?
Proper nutrition is a key to managing ADHD symptoms and maintaining focus and emotional regulation
ADHD & overwhelm: the power of chunking tasks
Large tasks can be intimidating, and that intimidation often leads to procrastination. By breaking jobs down into smaller, more manageable steps, they become easier to complete, especially for neurodivergent brains.
ADHD & Time-management: Using Visual Cues
Visual aids, such as large clocks, countdown timers or apps displaying a clear representation of time, can be game-changers for people with ADHD. These tools can help you better manage time, stay on track and avoid becoming overwhelmed by the passing minutes.