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What is Executive Function?

 

Executive function is a set of mental skills that include working memory, flexible thinking, and self-control.

We use these skills every day to learn, work, and manage our daily life. In other words, how we get stuff done! Trouble with executive function can make it hard to focus, follow directions, and handle emotions, among other things.

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Students struggling with Executive Function may:

• Have trouble starting and/or completing tasks

• Have difficulty prioritizing tasks

• Forget what they just heard or read

• Have trouble following directions or a sequence of steps 

• Have trouble switching focus from one task to another

• Get overly emotional or get anxious and stressed 

• Have trouble organizing their thoughts

• Have trouble keeping track of their belongings

• Have trouble managing their time

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