by Dan DeMarle | Apr 17, 2025 | Executive Functions, Learning Disability
“Executive function is a set of mental skills. It includes working memory, flexible thinking, and self-control. We use these skills every day to learn, work, and manage daily life. Trouble with executive function can make it hard to focus, follow directions, and...
by Dan DeMarle | Apr 16, 2025 | Executive Functions, Learning Disability
“Executive function is a set of mental skills that act as a command center in the brain. They help us plan, manage time, control emotions, and get tasks done. They’re also important for staying focused and solving problems. So struggling with executive function...
by Dan DeMarle | Mar 8, 2024 | ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Executive Functions, Learning Disability, Other Health Impairment, Recommended Reading
“There’s nothing more frustrating than watching your bright, talented son or daughter struggle with everyday tasks like finishing homework, putting away toys, or following instructions at school. Your “smart but scattered” 4- to 13-year-old...
by Dan DeMarle | Nov 27, 2022 | ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Auditory Processing Disorders (APD), Executive Functions, Learning Disability, Other Health Impairment
Some kids with dyslexia may have trouble following directions. It’s not because of dyslexia, but it still may be related. Click this link to find out more.
by Dan DeMarle | Oct 22, 2022 | Behavior Management, Classroom, Executive Functions, Learning Disability, Teaching
The delayed maturity and weak EFs that come with ADHD may lead kids to blurt out in class or leave their seats. Punishing these behaviors won’t do much. Here’s what will »
by Dan DeMarle | Aug 28, 2022 | Executive Functions, Learning Disability
It’s the night before your child has a big paper or project due and panic has set in. Deadlines have already been missed and now your child has a mountain of work to complete. As you hunker down to help, a thought continually buzzes through your head: How did we get...
