Executive function is the ability to complete mental processes and tasks. It is effectively the manager of your brain and plays a massive role in day-to-day life. Those that struggle to tackle these cognitive tasks might have challenges with executive functioning. This can include difficulties starting/switching tasks, difficulties with attention or impulse control and difficulties with memory or organisation. What helps: - be patient and understanding: give people more time to process, understand what is being asked of them and do it in their own time - provide company, such as body-doubling, to help with concentration and task management - offer step-by-step instructions/guidance on things that might cause overwhelm and anxiety due to unknowns - do NOT assume laziness!
What is executive functioning, what is executive dysfunction and what helps?
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