Description:
In The Executive Function Playbook, ADHD and executive function specialist Mike McLeod delivers an evidence-based, effective toolkit for parents, teachers, therapists, counselors, principals, directors, and superintendents who work with and care for youth with ADHD.
The book is filled with real, practical strategies that work in the classroom, at home, in workplaces, and online. It demolishes the myths and pseudoscience served up by social media algorithms and draws on the author's extensive experience living with ADHD and treating youth, as well as the latest research conducted by reputable academics and practitioners.
Inside the book:
Candid discussions about the realities of living with ADHD and how to assist young people with the disorder Specific, actionable strategies to deal with the most disruptive symptoms of ADHD A comprehensive exploration of the root causes of the executive function deficits caused by ADHD and the techniques you can use to help address themThe Executive Function Playbook contains a powerful and complete collection of tools, strategies, case studies, success stories, and frameworks for significantly improving the lives of young people with ADHD.
Brief description: In 2016, Michael McLeod created the Internal Skills Executive Function Strengthening Model, and GrowNOW ADHD was born.His mission: improve quality of life for youth and families facing ADHD and executive function challenges.Mike has presented this model to audiences nationwide and internationally, providing specialized support in ADHD, executive functioning, social executive functioning, and parent coaching.With more than twenty years of experience, a Master's degree from Lehman College, and collaborations with leading doctors, neuropsychologists, and nonprofits, Mike blends deep expertise with a practical, strength-based model that gets results.