Book Recommendations

For understanding Executive Function Disorder and ADHD

Focus and Thrive: Executive Functioning Strategies for Teens

Laurie Chaikind McNulty LCSW-C

Targeting teenagers from 13 to 17 who struggle with executive function, Focus and Thrive is designed to help students grow their executive function skill set. Laurie Chaikind McNulty goes into the importance of daily routines, making plans, and managing time as key for staying focused. She offers life hacks for practical problems and strategies for a variety of situations teenagers with executive function disorder may have trouble with.

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The Whole-Brain Child: 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind

By
Daniel J. Siegel , Tina Payne Bryson, and Tina Payne Bryson

This guide helps parents understand how their children's brains are developing, and offers strategies on helping with the day-to-day struggles of raising a child.

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.