by Dr. Garforth | Oct 5, 2019 | ADHD, Executive Functioning, Learning Disabilities
Inhibitory control is considered to be one of the three core executive functions. Executive functions are skills that help us control our behavior, adapt to new situations and problem solve in everyday life. Inhibitory control is sometimes referred to as self-control,...
by Dr. Garforth | Oct 3, 2019 | ADHD, Executive Functioning, Learning Disabilities, Skill Development
Cognitive flexibility, inhibitory control, and working memory are considered to be the three core executive functions. Executive functions are a set of skills that help an individual cope with the daily demands of living. Every human is born with the potential to...
by Dr. Garforth | Oct 1, 2019 | ADHD, Executive Functioning, Learning Disabilities
Working memory is the ability for you to hold information in your mind while you are using it. This information is often not readily available while you are working with it. For example, when you look at a phone number before dialing it, your working memory stores...
by Dr. Garforth | May 17, 2019 | Executive Functioning
What are Executive Functions? Executive functions are cognitive (brain-based) processes an individual uses to concentrate, pay attention and get things done. They are sometimes referred to as executive control, cognitive control, or executive skills. Executive...
