The simple statement “clean up your room” involves not so simple multiple multiple-steps and can be overwhelming. Try these suggestions from Monte Davenport, Ph.D.

Children and teens with executive functioning problems often struggle to consistently complete routines.  One way to help is to use a routine checklist: Try this one and the following procedure to get your child to take ownership of the process.

Recently, I asked Michelle, a smart and determined girl who has attention challenges, what makes following directions so difficult for her.She thought for a second, and enthusiastically responded, “My imagination!” I could not have said it better! Much to the chagrin of our loved ones, the imaginations of children (and adults) with attention challenges often…

Here’s a profound thought: By their very nature, multiple-step tasks include multiple opportunities for one to get “off-task.” This is especially true for those of us who are prone to getting “off-task” in the first place.

Try a little structuring to help your struggling child or teen experience success!

Change is hard!

Because they thrive on routine, many children, teens, and young adults with executive functioning difficulties struggle to cope with changes in their daily routines. Resulting behaviors can vary from thunderous silence to a “screaming-banshee” temper-tantrum.

If your child or teen struggles with changes in her routine, try the six suggestions outlined in this post.