How to Develop Executive Function Skills

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By Paige Feldman   Developing executive function (EF) skills is a gradual process that requires consistency, patience, and support. Different groups—parents, educators, athletes, and young adults—can use specific strategies to foster EF development. Routines, accountability, and positive reinforcement are key elements in supporting EF growth.   For Parents Establish Routines: Routines create predictability and reduce…

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What are executive function skills?

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By Paige Feldman   Executive function (EF) skills are the mental processes that enable us to plan, organize, and complete tasks. These skills are essential for success in school, work, sports, and everyday life. Key components of EF skills include:   Planning and Prioritizing: Figuring out the steps needed to achieve a goal and determining…

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10 Essential Skills for College Success

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  By Paige Feldman, Meet Scarlet, a bright-eyed, first-year engineering student who has just stepped onto campus, buzzing with excitement and dreams. Like many new students, Scarlet is eager to dive into her studies and embrace the independence college offers.  However, as the semester progresses, she begins to feel the weight of her newfound responsibilities.…

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