We're exploring how executive functions, personal strengths, and self-compassion create a robust foundation for managing ADHD. I'm sharing practical strategies to harness these for both personal and professional success.
What You’ll Learn:
- The role of executive functions in daily life and common challenges faced by those with ADHD.
- How to identify and leverage your personal strengths to complement executive function struggles.
- The importance of self-compassion in managing ADHD and how it aids in emotional regulation and resilience.
- Strategies for integrating routines with meaning and external structure to enhance productivity.
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1. Executive Functions
Books:
- "Smart but Scattered" by Peg Dawson and Richard Guare: A practical guide to help children and adults with ADHD improve executive function skills.
- "The Executive Functioning Workbook for Teens" by Sharon A. Hansen: Offers activities and strategies for teens to build their executive functioning skills.
2. Leveraging Personal Strengths
Online Assessments:
- VIA Character Strengths Survey: A free online assessment to identify your top character strengths. Link
3. Self-Compassion
Books:
- "Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself" by Kristin Neff: Explores the concept of self-compassion and provides practical exercises.
- "The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion" by Christopher Germer: Combines mindfulness and self-compassion practices to enhance emotional well-being.
Online Tools:
- Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC): A structured program that combines mindfulness and self-compassion. Link
- Self-Compassion Exercises: Free exercises and guided meditations from Dr. Kristin Neff. Link
4. ADHD Management Strategies
Books:
- "Driven to Distraction" by Edward M. Hallowell and John J. Ratey: A classic guide to understanding and managing ADHD.
- "Taking Charge of Adult ADHD" by Russell A. Barkley: Offers practical advice and strategies for adults with ADHD.
"Executive Function and Self-Regulation" (Harvard University Center on the Developing Child): A comprehensive overview of executive functions and their importance. Link
