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Set your child up for success with simple strategies to develop executive function in kids 4 to 12

Parenting a child who struggles with executive function—the skills that help us stay focused, manage our emotions, and plan ahead—can be a challenge, whether or not they have an official ADHD diagnosis. This book is filled with expert advice and actionable strategies that can help your smart but scattered child build the skills they need to thrive both at school and at home.
  • Quick assessment tools—Better understand your child's level of executive function and learn what motivates them, for stronger communication and connection.
  • Expert advice—Learn how to build confidence and autonomy in your smart but scattered child with research-based guidance for helping them practice self-control, manage time, follow routines, beat procrastination, and more.
  • Common sense explanations—Explore how executive function works in clear, simple language, and then apply what you learned through fun activities like using code words and making memory boards.

Build better habits and routines in smart but scattered kids with this comprehensive parent's guide to executive function.

ISBN-13: 9781647396770

Media Type: Paperback

Publisher: Callisto Publishing

Publication Date: 01-19-2021

Pages: 210

Product Dimensions: 5.98(w) x 9.02(h) x 0.58(d)

ZAC GRISHAM, MS, LPC-S, ADHD-CCSP, is a former elementary school teacher and a licensed professional counselor supervisor who runs Clear View Counseling in Dallas, Texas. He is a certified ADHD specialist who brings his own personal ADHD diagnosis to his practice.

Table of Contents

Introduction viii

Part 1 Understanding Executive Function 1

Chapter 1 What Parents Need to Know 3

Chapter 2 Assess Your Own Executive Functioning 23

Chapter 3 Evaluate Your Child's Executive Functioning 41

Part 2 Building Your Child's Executive Function 61

Chapter 4 Practicing Self-Control 63

Chapter 5 Regulating Emotions 79

Chapter 6 Boosting Memory and Processing Speed 101

Chapter 7 Creating and Following Routines 117

Chapter 8 Staying Focused at Home and in Class 131

Chapter 9 Managing Time Wisely 147

Chapter 10 Building Resilience 163

Closing Thoughts 180

Resources 181

References 183

Index 192