Unable to initiate task and no executive function

[Junior]

Any tips with dealing with poor executive function or starting task? i get distracted any avoid any task that involves any social involvment with my family

 

[Fino]

Making lists, setting deadlines, stuff like that.

 

[Aspychata]

Do way less with then. For every yes you say, follow up with a no, l can't do that. Because, here you need to get creative. Pretty soon you will have conditioned them to the point that they can take bets on if you are going to be at any social interactions.

 

[GadAbout]

Have you been diagnosed with anything? You mention distraction. If you have ADHD, medication might help with that. Are you using marijuana at all? (Or any other "recreational" drugs) They may be contributing to the problem.

 

[Thinx]

It could be that your family are not enjoyable to be with? As adults we may choose to spend less time with family, if we don't find time with them rewarding. Are they fun and pleasant to socialise with? Even if they are, neurodiverse people are often different in the their social needs to neurotypical people, maybe you need more quiet time, and like to be alone, or pursuing your own interests?

 

[Judge]

Any tips with dealing with poor executive function or starting task? i get distracted any avoid any task that involves any social involvment with my family

Sadly social dynamics involving family can be complicated- even "toxic" at times for some of us.

Perhaps you should explore what it is or could be that promotes such a response rather than simply look for ways to improve executive function or execute tasks.

 

[Progster]

I use a diary and schedule when I do certain tasks, including social activities where appropriate, also give myself rewards for doing the less enjoyable tasks. I also try to catch myself when I'm procrastinating, and make a conscious effort to steer myself back on task.

 

[tree]