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At LearningRx, a boost in confidence isn’t just something we enjoy seeing in our clients; it’s probably the most commonly used term we hear when our graduates (or their parents) discuss results. In fact, a quick search for the word “confidence” in our posted testimonials turns up countless results. But don’t mistake the boost in confidence for ...

Most students are a few weeks into the school year, making this an opportune time for parents to check in on their children’s and teen’s emotional and social well-being. LearningRx, the world’s largest personal brain training company, has put together a simple guide to help parents better understand what’s working (and what’s not) now that ...

When Dr. Samuel Caughron enrolled in LearningRx, the 73-year-old physician was concerned about memory loss and brain fatigue caused by aging. The Charlottesville resident was hopeful that one-on-one brain training could help him maintain his mental sharpness with his patient population.  Six months later, he was already experiencing improved memory, and increased ability to recall ...

Choosing an after-school activity for your child or teen can feel overwhelming. And while logistical factors—such as budget, availability, and transportation—will certainly need to come into play, it’s vital that you first assess your child’s interests, strengths and weakness, and hopes. Here are some considerations to help you find the right after-school activity for your ...

September 6 is National Read a Book Day and it feels like the perfect time to share 6 benefits of reading! 1. Reading books may help you live longer. A study at Yale University School of Public Health found that American adults 50 and over increased their survival by up to 23% just by reading ...

Many parents incorrectly assume that a child or teen with ADHD will simply outgrow it. Although some children who exhibit hyperactivity may no longer display it in adulthood, that doesn’t mean they’ve outgrown their attention struggles. As CHADD explains: “Even those adults who are no longer displaying ADHD symptoms are still experiencing the brain differences ...

You’ve probably hear of both “brain training” and “play therapy,” but you may not fully understand the difference between the two. Both can be incredibly beneficial to children, but they’re actually very different. Play therapy Similar to counseling for adults, play therapy helps children 3 to 12 process their emotions and/or express any problems to ...

September is National Healthy Aging Month and it’s the perfect time to answer one the most frequently asked questions we get at LearningRx: “Can personal brain training help seniors?” The short answer is “Yes!” Although most adults experience some age-related cognitive decline, learning and brain development doesn’t end when you become an adult. In fact, ...

Whether you eat on the grass in your own yard or head to the park for a picnic, there are plenty of brain-boosting food options that travel well, taste delicious, and can make any outdoor meal feel a bit more glamorous! Try a combination of foods from the following list to relieve stress, brighten your ...

Originally posted on The Brain Health Magazine, this column was written by Dr. Amy Moore, a cognitive psychologist with LearningRx. https://goodmenproject.com/featured-content/the-nutrition-learning-connection-three-food-mistakes-that-impact-your-childs-brain/