Term ID: T1509

External Cuing

/external-cuing/
The use of environmental prompts, reminders, or signals to support memory, attention, or behavior change, particularly helpful for individuals with cognitive impairments or executive dysfunction.
Example: Placing medication next to toothbrush as a memory cue, or using smartphone alarms to remind someone with ADHD of important tasks and appointments.

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Reference: Sohlberg & Mateer (2001)