Quiz: Adults, Could You Have an Executive Function Problem?

Working memory, a critical executive functioning skill, is where you store the information you need to complete a task. If you are reading a story, for example, you will store information about what you have read here. As you continue to read, your working memory helps you recall what already happened and relate it to what you are reading now. Working memory is essential in learning and everyday tasks.

Question 10 of 10
Question 10 of 10
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You have a hard time managing large projects, even when you break them down into steps, you find you miss steps or end up spending too much time on tasks that don’t have much importance.

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YOUR ANSWER : Disagree
CORRECT ANSWER : Agree
Working memory is important in planning and organization. You need to juggle different tasks and information in order to create a cohesive plan.
There's a strong possibility that you have some working memory issues and possibly other executive function deficits. Print out these test results and speak to a medical or neuropsychology professional about an evaluation.
There's a strong possibility that you have some working memory issues and possibly other executive function deficits. Print out these test results and speak to a medical or neuropsychology professional about an evaluation.
You might benefit from some working memory exercises. Print out these test results and speak to a medical or neuropsychology professional about an evaluation.
With these results, you probably don’t have a working memory problem. Everyone forgets sometimes, especially during times of stress or when you are juggling multiple tasks. If you still have concerns, print out these test results and speak to a medical or neuropsychology professional about an evaluation.
You most likely do not have a working memory or executive function problem. If you still have concerns, print out these test results and speak to a medical or neuropsychology professional about an evaluation.
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by Eileen Bailey
This is not a diagnostic tool. If you have concerns about working memory or executive function see a mental health professional. An accurate diagnosis can only be made through professional evaluation. Screener for personal use only.
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