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Why do some people find Control
Centre Skills harder than other people?
1. A different Brain Map:
Some people simply have a brain that is
wired and works differently – they were
born this way. Along with great strengths,
they commonly experience difficulties in
areas of the Executive Function Skills.
2. Not enough positive,
enriching experiences:
Some children have not had the experiences
we need to build strong brain circuitry. They
have not been given so much time to play,
talk and learn with adults and other children.
3. A lack of positive early
attachments:
Feeling loved and cared for helps to build
brain circuitry. Some babies do not get the
close bond they need with an adult. This
stops their brain from building so well.
4. Bad (Adverse Childhood)
Experiences & trauma,
Some children are suffering from toxic
stress. Under stress, the brain shuts off
areas of the brain in charge of these
important Executive Function Skills.
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