Executive Functioning

• Stress that is created from having lagging executive function skills impacts our ability to regulate of emotions and reactions.

 

• As we gain executive function skills through scaffolding, our stress level decreases and confidence, esteem and motivation increase. 

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• Scaffolding is when we support a person as they learn a new concept or task by breaking the task down into manageable steps. 

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• Emotional Regulation indicates that the person is having a hard time. 

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• Behavior is communication for a need that is not being met. 

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