Yes, and this is one of the most under-recognized effects of a brain injury. Executive function covers planning, prioritizing, multitasking, and filtering distractions, all skills people rely on constantly at work without thinking about it. When those systems are disrupted, tasks that used to feel automatic can suddenly take much more effort. This might look like:

• Missing steps in a familiar process
• Struggling to switch between tasks
• Losing track of time or deadlines
• Feeling mentally drained after a short workday

These challenges are real and measurable, not a matter of trying harder. Objective cognitive testing can help identify exactly which executive functions are affected, which is often the missing piece for both treatment planning and return-to-work conversations.

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