The Executive Function Playbook: Building Independence in Kids with ADHD
Building Independence Kids: The Executive Function Playbook is a practical guide for parents and professionals supporting young people with ADHD. It covers strategies for impulsivity, inattention and time management, with applications at home, in classrooms and other settings.
At a glance
- Strategies address impulsivity, inattention and time-management difficulties.
- The listing describes guidance for home, classroom, workplace and online settings.
- Includes case studies, frameworks and discussion of executive-function challenges.
Reference price: $44.00
Price checked: Nov 13, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Covers several common ADHD-related executive-function challenges in one guide.
- Intended for both families and professionals, including teachers and therapists.
- Customer feedback describes the explanations as readable and easy to understand.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Jossey-Bass |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Jan. 13 2026 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 224 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1394309155 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1394309153 |
| Weight listed | 340 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 14.99 x 1.52 x 22.61 cm |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes this as a practical support resource, not a guarantee of outcomes or a substitute for individualized professional guidance.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Parents and caregivers seeking practical ideas for supporting children or teens with ADHD.
- Teachers, therapists, counsellors and other professionals working with youth with ADHD.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a child-only workbook of activities rather than guidance aimed at adults supporting young people.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights practical ideas, readable explanations and clear content, with readers describing the guidance as realistic and helpful for parenting children with ADHD. That feedback may matter to buyers looking for an accessible starting point, while the rating distribution also includes a smaller middle and lower-star share, so experiences are not uniformly positive. The feedback does not establish that every strategy will suit every child or family.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as practical and readable.
- Feedback praises concise, understandable explanations and realistic guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Who is this book intended for?
The listing names parents, teachers, therapists, counsellors and other professionals who support young people with ADHD.
What topics does it cover?
It describes strategies for impulsivity, inattention and time management, along with an exploration of executive-function challenges.
Does it focus only on classroom support?
No. The listing describes practical strategies for use at home, in classrooms, workplaces and online.
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