By Katie Azevedo, M.Ed. While the human brain is unfathomably amazing, itâs not meant to store large amounts of unconnected information. Thatâs why we have lists. Lists externally store non-urgent data for future reference. Using lists can reduce stress, increase the accessibility of information, help …
How to build your childâs executive function skills through goal-setting
By Katie Azevedo, M.Ed. Executive functions are the skills required to manage day to day activities, including work, school, time, relationships and impulses. Many people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have inadequately developed executive functions. I write frequently about how to build executive function …
7 New Yearâs resolution ideas for students
By Katie Azevedo, M.Ed. While Iâm not a huge fan of New Yearâs resolutions (isnât any time the right time to do something good for ourselves?), I do appreciate the âstart freshâ vibe of January 1st. Letâs begin with the difference between a goal and …