Book Recommendations

For understanding Executive Function Disorder and ADHD

Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones

James Clear

James Clear outlines a framework for changing habits and creating new routines. The strategies are practical advice for modifying simple behaviors. He draws on concepts rooted in sciences like biology, psychology, and neuroscience, but simplified for ordinary readers. For people struggling with executive function, forming routines can help, and this book is designed to help form new habits, create a positive environment for change, and guide those who struggle with motivation.

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What to Do When Good Enough Isn't Good Enough: The Real Deal on Perfectionism

By
Thomas S. Greenspon

The book is written for children in the 9 to 13 age range to help them understand how perfectionism impacts their ability to perform basic tasks. They may not even know they are suffering from the problem of perfectionism. In addition to explaining the problem through vignettes, the book includes exercises to help students relearn new ways of performing tasks and information for adults.

The Executive Functioning Workbook for Teens

By
Sharon A. Hansen

A professionally licensed school counselor, Sharon Hansen provides an evidence-based, practical workbook for teens who struggle with executive function skills. There is a chapter dedicated to each of ten areas of executive function disorder, and is designed to assist teenagers improve these skills. It's also a great resource for teachers and parents struggling to help their teenagers.