Problems With Executive Functioning

Problems with Executive Functioning
Executive function is a set of mental processes. It helps with connecting peoples past experiences with their present actions. It is needed for many activities such as organizing, planning, and managing time and space.
Many people who have learning disabilities struggle with executive functioning. These problems with executive function can occur at any age and they contribute to many of the challenges students with learning disabilities have in academic settings. This makes tasks such as organizing and planning very difficult for them.
Problems with executive function can run in families and be seen at any age however it is generally more noticeable as children move up in elementary grades. Around this