Some families believe that as you naturally mature, executive functioning skills such as time management, organization, and planning will naturally improve as well. Unfortunately, this is only true to a degree and in reality, most kids struggle with specific areas of their executive functioning. These same kids need more than some time to “grow out of it” and real improvement is created through parents that remain hands-on and engaged during the process. Getting older, experiencing new things, and maturing can do wonders for a growing adolescent, while that natural process can also be a pitfall for parents.
YouTime Coaching recently contributed to Phase2Parenting’s article on helping your teen with time management without having to completely manage them… READ ON HERE.