Childhood

People are quick to refer to children as “tough” and “resilient,” or claim they’ll bounce back from most negative experiences. This commonly held view unfortunately ignores the reality and impact that childhood trauma can have on us – not only during childhood, but well into adulthood as well. Whether the abuse was verbal, physical, domestic, or sexual in nature, the effects of untreated or severe childhood trauma can last long into adulthood if the pain…

Our brains have many “executive functions,” which are neurotypical ways that our brains process activities, events, emotions, time, etc. When a person has executive function disorder, they typically struggle with some or all of these executive functions. One executive function is known as “Cognitive Flexibility.” It is our ability to adapt our thinking and behaviors based on new information or experiences. It is our ability to adjust our strategies, ideas, thoughts, or beliefs based on…