ADHD Concepts Guide

Navigating Executive Dysfunction with Autism

You are not lazy. You are not failing. You are simply dealing with a brain that processes the world differently. Sometimes it feels like your mind is a Ferrari, but your brakes are stuck.

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What is it?

Executive dysfunction is a glitch in the brain's management system. It makes it hard to plan, start, or finish tasks. When you add autism to the mix, sensory input can make these blocks feel even heavier.

Signs & Symptoms

Staring at a task for hours without being able to start.
Getting overwhelmed by small steps that others find easy.
Losing your sense of time when you focus on one thing.

Why does this happen?

The prefrontal cortex acts as your brain's conductor. In autistic brains, the connections to this area work differently. The amygdala, which handles fear, often takes over when a task feels too big. This creates a physical 'freeze' state where your body waits for safety before acting.

The Action Plan

Try breaking down your next task like this to overcome the block:
1

Clear the noise

2m

Put on headphones or dim the lights to calm your nervous system.

2

The ten second rule

1m

Commit to doing just one tiny part of the task for ten seconds.

3

Name the wall

1m

Say 'I am experiencing a brain block' out loud to reduce the shame.

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