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Why can smart kids explain everything yet can’t get started? The Executive Function Trap reveals how dysregulated brains block task initiation. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, creator
Parenting a child who melts down over homework or seemingly simple tasks can feel overwhelming and exhausting. You’re not imagining it—the frustration, tears, and chaos
Estimated reading time: 6 min If your child can hyperfocus on video games but completely falls apart when asked to clean their room, start homework,
Executive functioning is one of my favorite topics because it’s so misunderstood—and so fixable. These skills have nothing to do with intelligence and everything to
Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes When your child melts down over homework or loses it the moment a routine changes, it isn’t laziness. It’s a
Estimated reading time: 6 min Parents often ask me, “How do I teach my child the skills they need to stay organized, manage time, and
So many parents tell me, “My child is so smart… why can’t they get anything done?” And I always remind them: intelligence and advanced executive
Estimated reading time: 6 min Parents often come to me worried about organization, schoolwork, or behavior without realizing that basic executive functioning skills are the
If your child is overwhelmed, scattered, or constantly melting down, you’ve probably wondered whether it’s executive functioning disorder vs ADHD. Parents come to me confused
When parents ask me why their child can’t stay organized, follow directions, or remember what they were doing two minutes ago, I almost always point
Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge’s podcast, It’s Gonna be OK!™: Science-Backed Solutions for Children’s Behavior and Mental Health, is in the top 2% globally. The podcast empowers parents with natural, science-backed solutions to improve children’s self-regulation and calm their brains. Each episode delivers expert advice and practical strategies, making it indispensable for parents of neurodivergent children or those with behavioral or mental health challenges.
Dr. Roseann, founder of The Global Institute of Children’s Mental Health and Dr. Roseann, LLC, created the Neurotastic™ Brain Formulas and BrainBehaviorReset® method. With her extensive experience, she provides families with hope and effective strategies to manage conditions like ADHD, anxiety, OCD, and PANS/PANDAS.
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Dr. Roseann continues to transform how we approach, treat and understand children’s mental health.
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