Understanding Executive Functions in Children with Dr. Adele Diamond

Understanding Executive Functions in Children with Dr. Adele Diamond

July 7, 2026 · 42 min · Season 2 · Episode 4

About this episode

Dr. Adele Diamond discusses the importance of executive functions in children's development and offers strategies to enhance these skills.

In this episode, Dr. Adele Diamond shares groundbreaking insights into how executive functions—core cognitive skills like focus, emotional regulation, and flexibility—shape children’s learning, behavior, and life outcomes. Learn practical strategies to nurture these skills from infancy through adulthood and improve long-term success. Main Topics: What are executive functions and why they are essential for children’s development The three core executive functions: inhibitory control, working m...

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