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I've drank quite a lot of energy drinks in the last few years. It started with getting occasional energy boost to focus during reading academic articles or boring meetings but at some point it became a habit.

In the beginning of last week I decided to drink them only in case of "emergency". I lasted a week and a half without having any. Today I was supposed to read a bunch of papers. From the first page, I started yawning. My executive function said "I'm not going to execute this function without energy drink." What can I do? Had to comply.

At any rate, this really shows that I've used energy drinks to regulate my focus. However, now I try to keep them strictly as emergency measure.

#ActuallyAutistic #AuDHD #ExecutiveFunction @actuallyautistic

What are your favorite books or resources on how to live with Adult ADHD, Neurodivergence.

There seems to be encouraging research on executive skills training, any thoughts on this?

Asking for myself (likely Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome / Sluggish Cognitive Tempo) and for my counseling practice clients.

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#ADHD #AdultADHD #Neurodivergence #ExecutiveFunction #ActuallyAutistic #ActuallyADHD #BookRecommendation #AskFedi

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Executive function is the brain's 'boss,' and for neurodivergent individuals, it can be a challenge.

Dive into the fascinating parallels between executive function in autism and AI.

Explore strategies to unlock potential and foster success. 🌈🤝

#AutismSupport #Neurodiversity #ExecutiveFunction #UDL #Tutoring

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Medium · Executive Function Tips for the Neurodiverse | MediumBy David Wakeham (dwtutoring)
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It runs in the background, and at the end of the day, I pop into the Google sheet, look at ✨all✨ of the tasks that Fathom picked up for that day (mine, and other peoples), then:

- delete the ones I don't care about;
- mark the ones I've finished "complete"; or
- copy the ones I need to hold clients accountable for into a client-specific sheet...

And the relevant changes I make in the Google sheet are reflected in Motion.

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Cutting-edge research published in esteemed journals such as the "Journal of Neuroscience" (2021) has revealed compelling evidence linking DHA supplementation to improved memory and cognitive performance, particularly in older adults. This suggests that prioritizing DHA intake could enhance cognitive function and support cognitive longevity, crucial for professionals seeking to maintain peak mental acuity in their careers.
#CognitiveFunction #Memory #ExecutiveFunction

Hello, fellow #ActuallyAutistic and #Neurodivergent programmers! 🧠💻 I'm hoping to tap into our collective wisdom for some coding advice.

I'm currently working on my next #freeCodeCamp project - building a Pokémon Search App. As a blind, autistic programmer, I often find myself overwhelmed when starting new projects, especially when it comes to the JavaScript portions. HTML usually feels more straightforward to me, but JS can be a real challenge.

Some specific hurdles I'm facing:
1. Breaking down the project into manageable steps
2. Knowing where to start with the JS functionality
3. Dealing with the anxiety of facing a blank script.js file
4. Managing executive function to actually begin coding

I'm particularly nervous about:
- Implementing the search functionality
- Fetching and handling data from the PokeAPI
- Dynamically updating the DOM with search results

Do any of you have tips, strategies, or personal experiences to share about:
- Tackling new programming assignments without getting overwhelmed?
- Breaking down complex tasks into smaller, more manageable pieces?
- Overcoming the initial anxiety of starting a new project?
- Specific techniques for handling JavaScript challenges?
- Tools or resources that have been particularly helpful for neurodivergent coders?

I'm also curious about how other blind or visually impaired developers approach these challenges. Any assistive tech recommendations or coding techniques that have been game-changers for you?

Your insights could really help me and potentially other neurodivergent coders facing similar challenges. Let's share our experiences and build a supportive coding community!