Executive functioning 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 daily life.
Students who have trouble with executive functioning can find it difficult to focus, follow directions, complete tasks, handle emotions, problem solve, and control impulses, among other things.
Early interventions are key when a child demonstrates slow development of executive functioning skills. Interventions support the learning processes.
In addition to those who have ADHD, executive functioning skills can be compromised if one has the following:
PLANNING
ORGANIZATION
WORKING MEMORY
METACOGNITION
SELF-CONTROL
TIME MANAGEMENT
TASK INITIATION
ATTENTION
PERSEVERANCE
FLEXIBILITY
empowerED’s specialists work with your student to identify which components need improvement and which ones are a strong suit. From there, we provide the tools and strategies needed to implement + a personalized plan to strengthen these skills.
The result is your student will better organize, plan, prioritize, and complete tasks more independently with confidence.
Getting through the holidays with a child that experiences learning or behavioral challenges can be a difficult time of year for parents. During the holiday
With the holidays approaching, parents are beginning to consider gift options for their children. Parents know the feeling of seeing their child open a gift
Metacognition is a student’s ability to think about their own thinking. Throughout our day, there are countless opportunities for us to think about our reactions
empowerED provides individualized educational therapy + academic support for students. We create customized plans including tools, skills, and strategies needed for students to perform up to their ability both in and out of the classroom.
