Executive function
Executive function is the set of skills that help you plan, start, and finish tasks. It includes organising, switching focus, and managing impulses.
Definition
Executive function covers task initiation, working memory, and flexible thinking. When these skills are taxed, everyday tasks can feel harder even if motivation is high. Clear steps, visual prompts, and predictable routines can make a big difference. Support is about removing friction, not forcing willpower.
Why it matters here
Many NeuroBreath tools are designed to reduce executive function load with small, structured steps.
In NeuroBreath you can use this term for…
Common misunderstandings
- Executive function problems mean laziness.
- People just need more discipline.
- These skills are fixed and cannot improve.
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Citations & review
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Last reviewed
17 Jan 2026
Next review due
16 Jul 2026
Updated
17 Jan 2026
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Update history
- 17 Jan 2026contentInitial glossary definition published.
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