Executive Function Skill #11 of 11 By Dr. Katrin Kusek | ADHD & Executive Function Coach Part of the Executive Function Skills Series. Start with Post #1: "What Are Executive Function Skills? A Parent's Guide." The Enthusiasm Trap Your child is on fire. They've just discovered a new passion — a sport, an instrument, a hobby, a creative project. They talk about it constantly. They want to start immediately. You buy the equipment, sign them up, invest your time and energy.