Understanding the Connection Between Executive Dysfunction and ADHD
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Understanding the Connection Between Executive Dysfunction and ADHD

Today, I’m going to dive into the connection between executive dysfunction and ADHD. Prefer to listen rather than read? Press play below. As women and as moms especially, we have to juggle and remember a ton of things for everyone. All of that is part of executive functioning. If you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD (or…

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Motherhood and Executive Functioning

The everyday demands of life can take their toll on anyone, but moms face extra challenges. Most moms strive for a balanced lifestyle in order to keep their families running smoothly. Achieving that balance relies heavily on using executive functioning skills. However, if you have executive dysfunction, this is a double whammy. Prefer to listen…

8 Tips to Build Executive Functioning Skills
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8 Tips to Build Executive Functioning Skills

In recent years, there has been an emphasis on helping students build executive functioning skills. However, I’ve met many people who have been diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. Often, especially in women, the diagnosis creates a lightbulb moment of “Ah, that explains why I am the way I am.” However, the diagnosis alone doesn’t…

Setting SMART Goals
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Setting SMART Goals

We all know we need to create goals if we want to be successful. Setting SMART goals will give you a roadmap to actually reach the goals you want. The problem most people have is that they basically name their dream and call it a goal. However, dreams typically aren’t specific enough or have timeframes…

Hack Your Habits
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Hack Your Habits

A big part of having systems in place to help you with executive functioning is that you need to have good habits. Learning how to hack your habits can help. The number one thing I see with people who have executive dysfunction is that they give up on things too soon. If something works, you…