Adult Executive Function Assessment

 

Instructions: This assessment is designed to evaluate 12 executive functions. Answer each question based on how often the statement applies to you. Use the following scale:

1 – Never

2 – Rarely

3 – Sometimes

4 – Often

5 – Always

Response Inhibition (Self-Control)

1. I find it difficult to stop myself from saying things impulsively.
2. I interrupt others during conversations without thinking.
3. I make impulsive decisions that I later regret.
4. I struggle to resist distractions when working on tasks.
5. I struggle to manage money and/or delay gratification.

Working Memory

6. I have trouble remembering instructions with multiple steps.
7. I forget appointments or deadlines unless I write them down.
8. I struggle to keep track of when multitasking.
9. I frequently misplace important items (e.g., keys, phone).
10. I struggle to hold more than one idea at a time.

Emotional Control

11. I get upset or frustrated more easily than I would like.
12. I have difficulty calming down after feeling stressed or angry.
13. I let my emotions interfere with making rational decisions.
14. I overreact to small problems.
15. I feel more intensely and for longer than my other people.

Task Initiation13.

16. I procrastinate starting important tasks even when I know I should begin.
17. I struggle with motivation to start projects.
18. I delay simple tasks because they feel overwhelming.
19. I need external pressure (deadlines, reminders) to start tasks.
20. I feel weighed down in the anticipation of a task.

Planning & Prioritization

21. I have difficulty figuring out the steps needed to complete a goal.
22. I struggle to prioritize tasks effectively.
23. I have difficulty managing unstructured schedules.
24. I feel overwhelmed by competing demands.
25. I feel stressed by logistics.

Organization

26. My workspace is often cluttered or messy.
27. I have trouble keeping my schedule or personal belongingsn organized.
28. I frequently forget where I put things.
29. I struggle to find things when I need them.
30. I get overwhelmed when I need to consider lots of different ideas.

Time Management

31. I frequently underestimate how long a task will take me.
32. I struggle to manage my time efficiently.
33. I am often late to appointments or meetings.
34. I get sidetracked and lose track of time easily.
35. I feel trapped by very scheduled days.

Goal-Directed Persistence

36. I struggle to stay focused on long-term projects.
37. I abandon projects before completing them.
38. I have difficulty pushing through obstacles to reach my goals.
39. I lose motivation when progress is slow.
40. I struggle to resume a task or project.

Flexibility

41. I get frustrated when plans change unexpectedly.
42. I struggle to adjust when things do not go as planned.
43. I have difficulty shifting focus when needed.
44. I resist changes to my routine.
45. I have difficulty adjusting to changing seasons.

Metacognition (Self-Reflection)

46. I struggle to evaluate my own performance on tasks.
47. I have difficulty identifying areas for improvement.
48. I struggle to see the big picture.
49. I rarely reflect on past decisions to learn from them.
50. I do not adjust my strategies even when they are ineffective.

Sustained Attention

51. I get easily distracted when working on tasks.
52. I struggle to maintain focus for extended periods.
53. I often find my mind wandering when I need to concentrate.
54. I have difficulty ignoring background noise or interruptions.
55. I get bored and antsy with monotonous tasks.

Stress Management

56. I feel overwhelmed in high-pressure situations.
57. I struggle to manage stress effectively.
58. I avoid challenging situations due to fear of stress.
59. I have trouble thinking clearly when under stress.
60. Stress strongly effects my mood.

 

Scoring & Interpretation: Lower scores indicate stronger executive function skills, while higher scores suggest areas for improvement. This assessment can be used to identify challenges and develop strategies for growth.