Executive Function from a Multi-Level View

We’re circling back to a hot topic—Executive Function. This multi-layered set of skills is impacted by many building blocks of development, and challenges can present in a myriad of ways. As a continuation of our six-part series with Teresa Nair, in this episode you will hear about:Descriptions of Executive Function from multiple perspectivesNature and nurture contributionsThe integrative and developmental pathways of executive function which includes:Physical/sensoryEmotionalExperientialRelationalHow do challenges with executive function show up in daily life? Children, teens, or people in general may exhibit difficulties with:Perspective-taking“Compliance”Emotional dysregulationDisorganizationInflexible thinkingDifficulty delaying gratification“Bossy” behaviorAnd more!What do parents do if they think their child has challenges with executive function? First, know yourself as the parent. Then consider initial steps…Start with research ORStart looking for professional support by… Talking with your pediatrician or another trusted professional you have a relationship with. Asking your community, your friends. You’re not alone in this!Be open to new ways of thinking such as:“How do we connect the skills of where our child shines (e.g., video games) to the skills we desire our children to develop (e.g., cleaning their room)?Identify areas where our kids are struggling and name it was a skill they have not mastered yet rather than a fault of theirs.**Resources**Dr. Ross Green’s “Kids to Well If They Can” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvzQQDfAL-QRelated Episode from Edge of the Nest: “Praxis” https://www.buzzsprout.com/1905380/episodes/12118331 Related Episode: “Understanding Executive Function (Praxis Part 2): https://www.buzzsprout.com/1905380/12118331Triune Brain Model: https://self-reg.ca/the-triune-brain/ Pomodora Method: https://www.todoist.com/productivity-methods/pomodoro-techniquehttps://www.asundergrad.pitt.edu/study-lab/study-skills-tools-resources/pomodoro-technique***Contact Us***Cassie Wilcox (www.thewishingwellot.com) Erica Scheifflee (https://feedingconsciousrelationships.com/)Teresa Nair (Title: Education Advisor and Speaker ; Email: [email protected] ; Social: LinkedIn Profile ) ****Music credits****Uppbeat (free for Creators!); https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/clear-sky; License code: GQGN7ICA9D8IDOUT