Executive Functions
Executive functions are the mental skills we use to get things done, like planning, prioritising, and managing our time. This page explains what these skills are, how they impact daily life, and why they can be challenging for some.
This page is a comprehensive guide to a range of resources and information:
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Autism and executive functioning skills by NHS Leicestershire Partnership
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Executive functioning difficulties in children and young people by Action for Children, Parent Talk
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How to manage problem with executive function by NHS Sheffield Children's
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Self regulation and executive function by Education Endowment Foundation
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Executive challenges in autism and ADHD by Embrace Autism
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ADHD and Executive Functions blog by Genevieve Mackenzie, PhD, Certified ADHD Life Coach
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Autistic fatigue and burnout by the National Autistic Society