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Executive Function Skills
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Response Inhibition
The ability to pause and think before acting, resisting impulses and distractions.
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Working Memory
The ability to hold and use information in mind while completing a task.
Emotional Control
The ability to manage emotional responses so feelings don’t overwhelm behaviour or thinking.
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Task Initiation
The ability to start a task independently, without excessive delay or avoidance.
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Organisation
The ability to arrange materials, ideas and information in an orderly and usable way.
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Planning & Prioritisation
The ability to identify goals, decide what matters most, and plan the steps needed to complete tasks.
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Metacognition
The ability to reflect on and understand one’s own thinking, learning and behaviour.
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Sustained Attention
The ability to maintain focus on a task for an appropriate period of time.
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Stress Tolerance
The ability to cope with pressure, frustration or uncertainty without becoming overwhelmed.
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Time Management
The ability to estimate, allocate and use time effectively to complete tasks.
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Goal Directed Persistance
The ability to stay focused on a goal and continue working despite difficulty or setbacks.
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Cognitive Flexibility
The ability to adapt thinking, shift approaches, and cope with change or unexpected challenges.
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