“Flexiture” is a unique combination of flexibility and structure that empowers parents and teachers to solve big and small problems faced by their children and students who struggle with poor executive functions because of ADD/ADHD, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, depression, and related challenges.
The Twelve Days of Christmas Break
Christmas break is a good time to help your late elementary school, middle school and high school students develop improved study skills. Although she will be less than thrilled to do this during the holidays, remind her that by using these skills, she can become a more organized student who has time to do the things […]
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Model Good Problem Solving
In junior high or high school science we were all taught these steps in problem solving. Some of us still don’t consistently apply it. • Identify the Problem • Identify Possible Causes • Identify Possible Solutions • Identify the Best Solution. • Set Specific Goals to Solve Problems. Children learn by example: how YOU react […]
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Change, Change, Change
Change is hard! Change is tremendously difficult because it typically involves an immediate conflict before seeing the benefits of long-term growth. Some sages say the change results in conflict while others say conflict results in change. Who is right? Since I am such a “people pleaser” I suggest that both are correct! Besides, when I […]
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Two Questions and Two Tools
All parents should ask ourselves these two questions: What does my child hear or see when I make a mistake? What does my child hear or see when he makes a mistake? Based on our answers to these two questions, you and I need to figure out how we can become better models of learning from […]
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abcDE spells…
Once you have identified the ABCs of your child’s feelings, then you can teach him how to: DISPUTE Negative Beliefs And ENERGIZE Expectations! Disputing negative beliefs involves looking for false evidence that appears real. I suggest kids think about what they would do if someone else said something bad about them. Even kids with low self […]
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Help your Child Understand His or Her Challenges
First learn as much as you can about your child’s challenges by checking out our list of resources. Next, find books and materials suited for your child. There are a number of books available to help different age groups understand their challenges and abilities. Using age-appropriate vocabulary, these books discuss issues leading to self-awareness and understanding. […]
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Your Child’s Self Esteem
Self-esteem includes all feelings and thoughts a child has about his or her abilities and worth. Often, children base their self-esteem on their successes or failures. Children tend to compare their skills with the abilities of others. Their feelings about themselves are also based on family, teacher, and peer expectations. Self-esteem plays an important role […]
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Natural and Logical Consequences
The purpose of using natural and logical consequences is to help your child make responsible decisions, rather than to force submission. This method allows your child to choose and then to be accountable for his decision. When allowed to make their own decisions, most children learn from the consequences. Parents can use these opportunities to […]
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