Resources
At The Executive Function Project, we are committed to providing the tools and resources needed to succeed in the classroom, at your workplace, and in daily life. Whether looking for academic support, career guidance, or personal development resources, you have come to the right place. Our commitment is to add new resources each month as the field continues to expand. Please take a look at the trusted resources available below. Grab your FREE copy of the 12 Executive Function handout now!
Spotlight: College Fair at Westport Day School!
In a recent event dated March 21st, 2024 hosted by school educators and led by Dr. Dawn Matera, the Westport Day School took center stage in championing personalized learning through executive function.
Dr. Matera, a renowned advocate for educational innovation, highlighted the importance of tailoring education to individual needs, emphasizing executive function as a key factor in student success.
The event, featured in both IBTimes and USA Today, showcased Westport Day School's commitment to holistic education, ensuring students receive personalized support to thrive academically and personally. Through innovative approaches and a focus on executive function, Westport Day School is redefining education and paving the way for student excellence!
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Websites to Explore
Understood - Executive Functioning Issues:
Understood.org offers comprehensive information and resources on executive functioning issues, including articles, tips for parents and educators, and strategies for supporting individuals with executive function challenges.
National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD)
NCLD provides valuable resources and articles on understanding executive function, including its role in learning and strategies for improving executive function skills.
Child Mind Institute - Executive Functioning:
The Child Mind Institute offers insights into executive function, including articles, guides, and practical tips for parents, educators, and individuals with executive function challenges.
ADDitude - Understanding Executive Function Deficits:
ADDitude magazine provides in-depth articles and resources on understanding and managing executive function deficits in children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD and related conditions.
Harvard University Center on the Developing Child - Executive Function & Self-Regulation:
The Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University offers research-based insights into executive function and self-regulation, including interactive resources and videos explaining the science behind executive function.
American Psychological Association (APA) - Executive Function:
The APA provides articles and resources on executive function, covering topics such as assessment, development, and intervention strategies.
LD Online - Executive Functioning:
LD Online offers articles, webinars, and resources specifically addressing executive functioning difficulties in individuals with learning disabilities and ADHD.
Center for Parent Information and Resources - Executive Functioning:
This resource hub offers information and strategies for parents of children with disabilities, including articles and resources on understanding and supporting executive function development.
Book Recommendations
The following books provide valuable insights and practical guidance for high school students looking to enhance their executive function skills, whether they face challenges related to ADHD, organization, time management, or general executive function difficulties.
Apps & Technology Resources
This list is designed to aid in organization and executive function. These apps offer various features and approaches to organization and executive function, so you can choose the ones that best suit your needs and preferences.
Todoist:
A popular task management app that helps you organize tasks, set deadlines, and prioritize your to-do list across various platforms.
Evernote:
A versatile note-taking app that allows you to capture ideas, create to-do lists, save web articles, and organize documents in one place.
Trello:
A visual collaboration tool that uses boards, lists, and cards to help you organize and prioritize your projects and tasks in a flexible and easy-to-use interface.
Notion:
A comprehensive workspace app that combines note-taking, task management, and database functionalities to help you organize and manage your personal and professional life.
Microsoft OneNote:
A digital notebook that allows you to capture and organize notes, ideas, and information across different devices, with features like handwriting recognition and audio recording.
Asana:
A project management tool that enables teams to organize tasks, track work progress, and collaborate effectively on projects of any size.
Google Keep:
A simple yet powerful note-taking app that lets you capture thoughts, create to-do lists, set reminders, and collaborate with others in real-time.
Forest:
A productivity app that uses gamification to help you stay focused and manage distractions by planting virtual trees while you work and gradually growing a forest.
MindNode:
A mind mapping app that allows you to visually organize your thoughts, brainstorm ideas, and plan projects in a hierarchical structure.
Focus@Will:
A music streaming service that provides personalized playlists scientifically designed to enhance focus, productivity, and concentration based on your preferences and work style.
Support & Advocacy
- Mesothelioma Hope - Talking to Children about Cancer: This resource offers age-appropriate guidance for supporting children whose loved ones are facing mesothelioma, helping families navigate honest conversations, emotional coping, and practical wellbeing during a challenging time.
- Parenting a Child with a Disability - A Guide to Support, Resources, and Advocacy - This resource provides a practical guide for parents of children with disabilities, covering everything from educational accommodations and support networks to financial benefits and caregiver self-care.
- National Disability Alliance - America is Failing Children with Disabilities: This article examines how systemic shortfalls in education, healthcare, and social support are leaving many children behind in the U.S., revealing lengthy therapy waitlists, under-funded programs, and mounting stress for families navigating these gaps.