Executive Functioning Skills For Adults With ADHD

About Course

Mastering Executive Functioning for Adults with ADHD

Is an in-depth program designed to support adults who want practical, sustainable, and neuroaffirming strategies for daily life. The course blends evidence-based executive functioning models with real-world tools that improve focus, emotional stability, time management, planning, and follow-through. Learners are guided step by step to understand how ADHD shows up in adulthood, and how to build systems that reduce overwhelm, increase productivity, and support long-term growth.

The training includes structured lessons, reflective exercises, scenario-based practice, and professional insights that make the content accessible for individuals, coaches, and educators. The aim is to empower adults with ADHD to navigate work, home, relationships, and personal goals with clarity and confidence.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Explain the core executive functioning domains and how they relate to adult ADHD
Identify their unique executive functioning profile and daily challenges
Apply practical time management systems that reduce stress and increase follow-through
Build routines that support task initiation and consistent momentum
Use emotional regulation strategies that improve patience, calm, and clarity
Implement organizational methods that simplify home, work, and personal planning
Strengthen working memory skills using simple, repeatable techniques
Replace burnout patterns with sustainable, supportive practices

Course Content

Mastering Executive Functioning for Adults with ADHD

Introduction

Module 1: Understanding Adult ADHD and Executive Functioning

Introduction
1.1 Introduction to Adult ADHD
1.2 The Adult ADHD Profile
1.3 Executive Functioning: The Core of ADHD
1.4 Why ADHD Is Not a Motivation Problem
1.5 The Strengths Based ADHD Perspective
1.6 Identifying Your Executive Functioning Profile
1.7 Reflection Exercise
1.8 Practical Scenarios
1.9 Key Takeaways
Module 1 Quiz

Module 2: Time Management Foundations

Introduction
2.1 Understanding ADHD and Time Perception
2.2 Clock Time vs Felt Time
2.3 Why Traditional Time Management Fails
2.4 Building External Time Awareness Systems
2.5 The Role of Routines and Anchors
2.6 Designing an ADHD Friendly Day Structure
2.7 Reflection Exercise
2.8 Practical Scenarios
2.9 Key Takeaways
Module 2 Quiz

Module 3: Task Initiation and Momentum

Introduction
3.1 Understanding Task Initiation Difficulties
3.2 The Science Behind Initiation Challenges
3.3 Overcoming the “Activation Barrier”
3.4. Strategies to Build Momentum
3.5. Reducing Internal Resistance
3.6. Environmental and Sensory Supports
3.7. Momentum Rituals and Maintenance
3.8. Application and Reflection
Module 3 Quiz

Module 4: Emotional Regulation and Stress Management

Introduction
4.1. Introduction to Emotional Regulation in ADHD
4.2. The Biology of Emotional Dysregulation
4.3. Recognising Emotional Patterns and Triggers
4.4. Strategies for Immediate Emotional Grounding
4.5. Long-Term Emotional Regulation Skills
4.6. Stress Management for the ADHD Neurotype
4.7. Cognitive and Behavioural Techniques
4.8. Emotional Safety and Self-Compassion
4.9. Integration and Reflection
Module 4 Quiz

Module 5: Working Memory and Cognitive Load

Introduction
5.1. Introduction to Working Memory in ADHD
5.2. The Science Behind Working Memory Challenges
5.3. Cognitive Load and Mental Energy
5.4. Signs of Working Memory Overload
5.5. Strengthening Working Memory Skills
5.6. Reducing Cognitive Load in Daily Life
5.7. External Memory Systems and Tools
5.8. Environmental and Sensory Supports
5.9. Habit Stacking and Automaticity
5.10. Integration and Reflection
Module 5 Quiz

Module 6: Organization and Planning Skills

Introduction
6.1. Introduction to Organization and Planning
6.2. Understanding ADHD and Organizational Challenges
6.3. Creating Systems That Reduce Cognitive Load
6.4. Physical Organization: Home, Workspace, and Digital Life
6.5. Planning Systems That Actually Work
6.6. Prioritizing Tasks and Projects
6.7. Routines, Checklists, and Templates
6.8. Sustainable Maintenance Strategies
6.9. Reflection Exercise
Module 6 Quiz

Module 7: Productivity and Follow Through

Introduction
7.1. Understanding ADHD Productivity Patterns
7.2. The Science of Completion
7.3. Systems for Consistent Follow Through
7.4. Time Anchoring for Productivity
7.5. Overcoming Perfectionism and Paralysis
7.6. The Follow Through Toolkit
7.7. Closing the Loop
Module 7 Quiz

Module 8: Communication, Boundaries, and Advocacy

Introduction
8.1. Understanding ADHD Communication Styles
8.2. Emotional Regulation in Communication
8.3. Assertive Communication Skills
8.4. Understanding and Setting Boundaries
8.5. Time Boundaries and Energy Protection
8.6. Advocacy Skills for ADHD Adults
8.7. Navigating Conflict and Repair
8.8. Communication and Relationship Health
8.9. Self Advocacy and Long Term Empowerment
Module 8 Quiz

Module 9: Long Term Coping Skills and Lifestyle Support

Module 10: Integration and Personal Growth Plan

Introduction
10.1. Integrating Skills Across the Modules
10.2. Understanding Your Personal ADHD Profile
10.3. Reflecting on Your Progress
10.4. Identifying Core Challenges That Still Need Support
10.5. Your Personal ADHD Support Blueprint
10.6. Designing Your Personal Growth Plan
10.7. Maintaining Momentum After the Course
10.8. Closing Reflection and Course Integration
Module 10 Quiz

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Mastering Executive Functioning for Adults with ADHD

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Course Content

Mastering Executive Functioning for Adults with ADHD

Introduction

Module 1: Understanding Adult ADHD and Executive Functioning

Introduction

1.1 Introduction to Adult ADHD

1.2 The Adult ADHD Profile

1.3 Executive Functioning: The Core of ADHD

1.4 Why ADHD Is Not a Motivation Problem

1.5 The Strengths Based ADHD Perspective

1.6 Identifying Your Executive Functioning Profile

1.7 Reflection Exercise

1.8 Practical Scenarios

1.9 Key Takeaways

Module 1 Quiz

Module 2: Time Management Foundations

Introduction

2.1 Understanding ADHD and Time Perception

2.2 Clock Time vs Felt Time

2.3 Why Traditional Time Management Fails

2.4 Building External Time Awareness Systems

2.5 The Role of Routines and Anchors

2.6 Designing an ADHD Friendly Day Structure

2.7 Reflection Exercise

2.8 Practical Scenarios

2.9 Key Takeaways

Module 2 Quiz

Module 3: Task Initiation and Momentum

Introduction

3.1 Understanding Task Initiation Difficulties

3.2 The Science Behind Initiation Challenges

3.3 Overcoming the “Activation Barrier”

3.4. Strategies to Build Momentum

3.5. Reducing Internal Resistance

3.6. Environmental and Sensory Supports

3.7. Momentum Rituals and Maintenance

3.8. Application and Reflection

Module 3 Quiz

Module 4: Emotional Regulation and Stress Management

Introduction

4.1. Introduction to Emotional Regulation in ADHD

4.2. The Biology of Emotional Dysregulation

4.3. Recognising Emotional Patterns and Triggers

4.4. Strategies for Immediate Emotional Grounding

4.5. Long-Term Emotional Regulation Skills

4.6. Stress Management for the ADHD Neurotype

4.7. Cognitive and Behavioural Techniques

4.8. Emotional Safety and Self-Compassion

4.9. Integration and Reflection

Module 4 Quiz

Module 5: Working Memory and Cognitive Load

Introduction

5.1. Introduction to Working Memory in ADHD

5.2. The Science Behind Working Memory Challenges

5.3. Cognitive Load and Mental Energy

5.4. Signs of Working Memory Overload

5.5. Strengthening Working Memory Skills

5.6. Reducing Cognitive Load in Daily Life

5.7. External Memory Systems and Tools

5.8. Environmental and Sensory Supports

5.9. Habit Stacking and Automaticity

5.10. Integration and Reflection

Module 5 Quiz

Module 6: Organization and Planning Skills

Introduction

6.1. Introduction to Organization and Planning

6.2. Understanding ADHD and Organizational Challenges

6.3. Creating Systems That Reduce Cognitive Load

6.4. Physical Organization: Home, Workspace, and Digital Life

6.5. Planning Systems That Actually Work

6.6. Prioritizing Tasks and Projects

6.7. Routines, Checklists, and Templates

6.8. Sustainable Maintenance Strategies

6.9. Reflection Exercise

Module 6 Quiz

Module 7: Productivity and Follow Through

Introduction