Challenges
Focus and Attention – Short Attention Span
Me has difficulty staying focused on a writing task and is unable to do his work. Me has a short attention span.
While viewing a “Challenge”, consider the following questions:
- What is happening in this scene?
- What is expected of Me?
- Using your knowledge of FASD, which brain domains/functions are experiencing challenge?
- What is a common interpretation (explanation) of Me’s behaviour?
- What are Me’s strengths that can be built on?
- What accommodations or strategies could create a better fit for Me, or What did Me need from others?
Focus and Attention
Executive Functioning
Sensory
Living and Social Skills
Thinking, Reasoning and Communication
Memory
Academic Skills
