Richard Guare
Author
Publisher
The Guilford Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Whether you're a young adult who is stalled on the journey to independence--or a concerned parent still sharing the family nest--this compassionate book is for you. Providing a fresh perspective on the causes of failure to launch, the expert authors present a 10-step plan that helps grown kids and parents work together to achieve liftoff. Learn why brain-based executive skills such as planning, organization, and time management are so important to...
2) Smart but scattered teens: the "executive skills" program for helping teens reach their potential
Author
Publisher
Guilford Press
Pub. Date
[2013]
Language
English
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
There's nothing more frustrating than watching your bright, talented son or daughter struggle with everyday tasks like finishing homework, putting away toys, or following instructions at school. Your "smart but scattered" child might also have trouble coping with disappointment or managing anger. Drs. Peg Dawson and RIchard Guare have great news: there's a lot you can do to help. The latest research in child development shows that many kids who...
Author
Publisher
The Guilford Press
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"Meeting a huge demand, Peg Dawson and Richard Guare (authors of the bestselling Smart but Scattered books focusing on kids and teens) now provide a state of the art resource specifically geared to adults. Drs. Dawson and Guare offer expert guidance for boosting executive skills--the core brain based abilities needed to get more done with less stress. Readers will be drawn in by realistic examples, self quizzes, and science based tools for strengthening...
Author
Publisher
Guilford Press
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
The book explains how these critical cognitive processes develop and why they play such a key role in children's behavior and school performance. Provided are step-by-step guidelines and many practical tools to promote executive skill development by implementing environmental modifications, individualized instruction, coaching, and whole-class interventions. --from publisher description.
