Executive function is the cognitive process we use to focus on certain tasks. Planning, organizing, prioritizing, managing time and strategizing are some of the things that require executive function. Working memory, which is the ability to hold information in the mind in order to carry out a task, is also a part of executive function. [...]
Movement and ADD
I know that your ultimate goal is for your child to be able to sit still and learn, but the fact of the matter is that oftentimes in order to reach that goal we have to meet our children where they are. That means that we don’t compare them to other children and expect them [...]
The Different Types of Attention Associated With Learning
In order to strengthen the cognitive skills of ADHD using my brain training program, it’s important to understand the different types of attention necessary for learning. For cognitive purposes, the definition of attention is the ability to focus on one thing to the exclusion of others. First of all, there’s sustained attention. Sustained attention is [...]
ADHD Summer Online Program Updated to now be using BrainWare Safari Program
SUMMER SESSION FULL AND CLOSED If you are interested in the next group session – just let me know colleen@els4kids.com I am offering this group to work through the same 12 week program using BrainWare Safari which has proven to have fantastic results for ADHD symptoms. SIGN UP TODAY TO GET ACCESS [...]
What are Cognitive Strategies all About?
Cognitive functioning is managed by cognitive processes. Learning more about cognitive strategies is gaining popularity which goes back to 1956 when Bruner, Goodnow, and Austin discovered it. Everyone uses cognitive strategies on a regular basis because it’s a part of our normal routine. Cognitive strategies help us with our behavior and thinking so it doesn’t [...]

