Is your teen struggling with focus, organization, and time management? Amber Preston's Executive Functioning Skills for Teens: A Parent's Guide offers practical solutions to empower your teen and build essential life skills. This guide avoids overwhelming micromanagement, instead focusing on partnership and understanding your teen's unique challenges. Learn practical tools to identify and address weaknesses, implement effective time management strategies, and teach emotional regulation techniques. Discover comprehensive activities for planning and organization, along with proven methods to conquer procrastination. Filled with actionable advice and inspiring success stories, this book provides busy parents with immediately applicable strategies for raising a confident and resourceful young adult. Transform your teen's future – start today.
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"Executive Functioning Skills for Teens: A Parent's Guide to Empower Teens to Improve Focus, Get Organized, Set Priorities, and Gain Fundamental Life Skills" isn't just another parenting manual; it's a lifeline for parents navigating the often-turbulent waters of teenage development. Amber Preston has crafted a truly invaluable resource, one that feels less like a textbook and more like a supportive conversation with a seasoned expert. The book tackles the complexities of executive functioning – those often-invisible skills that govern focus, organization, and time management – in a way that’s both accessible and empowering.
What sets this book apart is its unwavering practicality. It's not bogged down in dense academic theory. Instead, it’s packed with immediately actionable strategies. Each chapter feels thoughtfully designed, breaking down potentially overwhelming concepts into bite-sized, manageable steps. The author masterfully avoids the pitfalls of generic advice, instead offering tailored approaches that acknowledge the unique challenges and personalities of individual teens. This personalized touch is evident in the diverse range of tools and techniques presented – from scheduling apps to Pomodoro techniques, and from emotional regulation strategies to practical exercises for goal-setting.
I particularly appreciated the emphasis on collaboration and partnership rather than micromanagement. The book consistently stresses the importance of creating a supportive environment where teens feel empowered to take ownership of their own development. This collaborative approach is refreshing and avoids the potential for power struggles that can often accompany attempts to improve a teen's organizational skills. The inclusion of real-life examples and success stories further strengthens this approach, offering both parents and teens tangible evidence of the positive impact these strategies can have.
The book's focus on emotional regulation is also commendable. Recognizing that emotional outbursts and stress are often intertwined with executive functioning challenges, Preston provides helpful strategies for managing these emotions. This holistic approach acknowledges the interconnectedness of mental and organizational well-being, something often overlooked in similar guides. The chapters on procrastination and time management are particularly strong, offering practical and relatable solutions that avoid feeling preachy or judgmental. Instead, they offer a framework for understanding the underlying causes of procrastination and for developing personalized coping mechanisms.
While some readers might find the repetition of certain key concepts across different chapters slightly redundant, I saw this as a deliberate effort to reinforce crucial ideas and ensure they stick with the reader. The repetitive nature of the core messaging is likely beneficial for busy parents who may not have the time for multiple readings. The clear and concise language used throughout the book makes it an easy read, and the overall tone remains encouraging and supportive, avoiding any sense of blame or criticism. In conclusion, "Executive Functioning Skills for Teens" is a highly recommended resource for any parent seeking practical, effective, and compassionate guidance in supporting their teenager's growth and development. It's a valuable investment that can lead to significant positive changes in a teen's life, fostering increased self-sufficiency, improved confidence, and a greater sense of personal accomplishment.
Information
- Dimensions: 6 x 0.39 x 9 inches
- Language: English
- Print length: 172
- Publication date: 2024
Book table of contents
- Introduction
- UNDERSTANDING EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SKILLS
- 2 GETTING ORGANIZED
- 3. TIME MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES
- EMOTIONAL REGULATION AND STRESS MANAGEMENT
- Building Emotional Resilience and Encouraging Positive Self-Talk
- Coping with Academic Pressure
- Developing Growth Mindset
- Real-Life Case Study: Thriving Under Pressure
- ENHANCING FOCUS AND ATTENTION
- Understanding the Science of Focus
- Creating Distraction-Free Environment
- Screen Time: Setting Healthy Boundaries
- Social Media Distractions: How to Minimize Their Impact
- The Role of Nutrition and Sleep in Focus
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