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Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC So what is causing someone’s executive functioning challenges? It is important to know for treatment purposes. We all have executive functions that can be […]
Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC ADHD is a neurodevelopment disorder. When we talk about ADHD, it isn’t just a disorder that lacks attention or has impulsive tendencies, there is so […]
Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC Just as anxiety can present as ADHD, so can depression. Why is this? Well, we all have executive functions and they can be impacted for […]
Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC Anxiety is a common mental health condition that can have a profound impact on a person’s executive functioning, the set of mental skills that help […]
Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC I wanted to end my series of ADHD blogs with a very important conversation starter. How many of you have heard these statements? “I […]
Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC Let’s talk about Task Initiation, another Executive Function. Task initiation refers to the process of starting a task. It involves identifying the task, setting goals […]
Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC Let’s talk about Goal-Directed Persistence, another Executive Function. Goal-directed persistence refers to the ability to stay focused on a task or goal despite distractions or […]
Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC Let’s talk about Planning and Prioritizing, another Executive Function. The ability to: -Create a plan to reach a goal -Complete small tasks that lead to […]
Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC Let’s talk about Metacognition, another Executive Function. Metacognition is the awareness and understanding of one’s own thought processes – To stand back and evaluate oneself […]
Written by Jennifer Cox LCPC Let’s talk about Flexibility, another Executive Function. Flexibility is an important skill for individuals with ADHD to develop and practice – Flexibility, in the context […]
