No Mind Left Behind

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No Mind Left Behind

Understanding and Fostering Executive Control--The Eight Essential Brain SkillsEvery Child Needs to Thrive

Author: Adam J. Cox

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Language: English

Published by: Tarcher

Published on: 2nd September 2008

Format: LCP-protected ePub

Size: 1 Mb

ISBN: 9781440633843


From the cutting edge of brain science, eight crucial skills for children’s future success—now in paperback.

From a clinical psychologist who has devoted his clinical and research work to the study of executive control skills, here is a program for helping children master the eight essential cognitive skills that are critical for success in life in work:

Taking initiative Screening out distractions

Organizing Thinking flexibly

Planning Regulating emotions

Self-monitoring Using memory effectively

Using case studies and anecdotes, Dr. Cox presents a comprehensive and practical plan for parents. The book addresses special-needs children as well as neurotypical children, and includes practical suggestions for parents and educators.

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