Suggest books on executive functioning?

StandardGreekGod · 2021-01-30T02:31:33+00:00

Getting things done, David Allen

Want_to_do_right · 2021-01-30T02:23:28+00:00

Man here, but I do have a PhD in experimental psychology. Given the uniqueness of the question, I hope it's cool I jump in here.

When you say you need books on "executive functioning", and that you struggle with it, what do you mean by that? You don't have to tell me everything, but a general description of the types of EF issues you notice and how long you've noticed them will be a great help in pointing you to a good source.

I will give one general recommendation. It's my experience that "academic" style books are generally useless for people who struggle with EF abilities (myself included, ADHD diagnosed for 20 years). Just because you understand something doesn't mean you can fix it. But one book that benefits me a great deal is called The Pomodoro Technique. Essentially, it's a method of time management, where you work only for 15ish minutes at and then you take a break. It has helped me not be overwhelmed by ALL THE THINGS I NEED TO DO and instead, I only do one thing for 15 minutes.

That book is my general go to recommendation for all things EF. But it's quite possible it won't apply to your situation. Please let me know a little bit more and I'd love to help out

sawpony · 2021-01-30T01:31:36+00:00

r/adhdwomen

VivaLaVict0ria · 2021-01-30T00:40:40+00:00

Following as I’m also interest in book recommendations.

Music really helps with my executive dysfunction, especially if it’s music pre-chosen for certain tasks;

Hamilton soundtrack equals a 2.5 hour deep clean of the house, for example.

I have a go-to instrumental playlist for when I’m studying/writing.

External Associations are great for executive dysfunction because it’s like giving your brain that extra pillar it’s missing cognitively . Training wheels if you will. 😊 or like a guide dog 🥰🐶

IcarusKiki · 2021-01-30T07:25:26+00:00

Check out /r/aspergirls

__CitrusJellyfish · 2021-01-30T20:49:07+00:00

OT here - I don’t think there are many self-help books on the subject, but rather, there are apps and strategies you can implement to support this skill. Here is a site with some practical strategies, it lists a few reading materials too https://www.theottoolbox.com/adults-executive-function-disorder

TemporaryIntern · 2021-01-31T18:26:50+00:00

Executive Functioning issues can be very different person to person so I'm drawing from my own experiences with ADHD.

Overall, you need to develop systems that work for you and your schedule. Routines are your friend even if they feel constricting. Books never helped me personally because they tend to feel too rigid in this regard.

I've found that the way to get around this is anchoring tasks not at a specific time, but to another action I take.

Some examples: I make sure that I clean my room before I go to sleep each night (clothes in the hamper, straighten things up a bit, etc.). This prevents the mess from piling up and it's nice to wake up to a clean room. Similarly, I make my bed in the morning for the same reason. I'll always take my morning meds after breakfast. Etc.

Also, the thing that made the single biggest difference for me (other than medication) was exercising 4-5 days a week. I've always struggled with sleep and organization my whole life and exercising helps a ton with the anxiety around both. Also, the self confidence you get from results is irreplaceable.

Feel free to PM me if you want to discuss specifics.

Title	Suggest books on executive functioning?
Author	Pleasefuckingfocus
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Date	January 29, 2021 11:12 PM UTC (5 years ago)
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