What is Executive Function Coaching and How Does it Work?
Perhaps Executive Function Coaching has been suggested for you or a family member. Perhaps you recently read the Wall Street Journal article The New Must Have for Overwhelmed Kids: an ADHD Executive Function Coach highlighting benefits, or the research that has surged denoting the benefits and gains from EF Coaching. Yet, you are left wondering, What […]
Thanksgiving Wishes 2024
On the Eve of Thanksgiving, we sit amongst family and friends, in awe, with deep gratitude. The words of Ralph Waldo Emerson resonate through our hearts and minds, representing our thoughts as we anticipate Thanksgiving morning. “I awoke this morning with devout thanksgiving for my friends, the old and the new.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson […]
Cooking Challenges for Young Adults with ADHD: Tips and Strategies
Cooking can be a fulfilling and creative activity, but for young adults with ADHD, it often presents unique challenges. ADHD, characterized by symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, can make the kitchen a daunting place. From managing time effectively to remembering recipes, the hurdles can be significant. However, with the right strategies and a […]
ADHD Conference
The month of November is one of change and anticipation. Fall finds its form and its finality with cooler temperatures, the falling of leaves, and anticipation of all that December brings. Yet in the midst of anticipation for all that December offers, we are grounded with a sense of THANKFULNESS, as Thanksgiving approaches. For New Agenda, we […]
Back to School Organization
Getting organized for back-to-school can be a game-changer, especially if you’re looking to manage ADHD or just stay on top of things. Here are some tips to help with organization: 1. Set Up a Centralized Calendar 2. Create a Daily Routine 3. Organize Your Supplies 4. Use To-Do Lists 5. Set Up a Homework Station […]
How it Started vs. How it’s Going
On a cloudy September day in Malibu, Maria and I sat watching surfers ride the waves in the Pacific Ocean while sharing the struggles some of our clients were facing. Among those struggles, there seemed to be a common thread. So many clients were treading water academically because they were doing all they could just to keep […]
Time Blindness
Help! My child does not understand the concept of time! “My child can read a clock, so why is he always late?” Being able to read a digital clock is a basic skill that requires little more than the ability to read numbers. To truly understand time, you have to dig deeper. We hear these examples from […]
Behavior Problem vs. Skill Deficit
Is it a behavior problem or a skill deficit? You receive a phone call from your child’s teacher. The teacher is frustrated because your son sat in class but didn’t take notes. The teacher believes he is being defiant and refusing to follow directions. Maybe, but let’s think deeper. What could be impacting your child academically are […]
