Brain Training Articles & News, Page 94

LearningRx Cognitive Psychologist Dr. Amy Moore appeared on Susan Scollen’s podcast to discuss training our brains. https://www.susanscollen.com/podcast/ep-106-training-our-brains-with-dr-amy-moore/

How important is reading? Consider this: According to The Children’s Reading Foundation, children who aren’t reading on grade level by the end of third grade struggle in every class, year after year, because more than 85% of the curriculum is taught by reading. It makes sense, when you consider that reading is how students get ...

If you’re looking for some inspiration for your next family game night, look no further! Here’s a roundup of some of our favorite games (and how they’re actually great for everyone’s brains, too!) Click HERE to read the full story.

If you’re looking for some inspiration for your next family game night, look no further! Here’s a roundup of some of our favorite family games (and how they’re actually great for everyone’s brains, too!) WHY PLAY GAMES? Playing games as a family is absolutely a great bonding experience. It helps you connect, put screens away, ...

Concentration, focus, attention—centering your interest on the task at hand can sometimes feel difficult, even for the best of us. While it might be tempting to reach for an energy drink, caffeinated soda, or that fourth cup of coffee, consider loading up on brain foods that help with concentration and other cognitive skills. Here are ...

Now that school is back and session, homework is back on the table (or desk). We’ve gathered some of our favorite homework hacks to help expedite the process, keep your student organized, and decrease the chances for tantrums (yours or your kids).  1. Listen to classic music. Studies have shown that students who listen to ...

If you have younger kids, you already know that not all Halloween movies are created equal. Some can give kids nightmares and leave them sleeping in your bed for months. To help ensure your sleep quality, we’ve put together a list of family-friendly movies that will get you in the seasonal spirt without any blood ...

“My child is really struggling…” “She hates school and shies away from telling me about her day…” “I know he could do it, but it seems like he’s given up even trying…” These are the kinds of phrases we hear often from parents of young kids—and it’s heartbreaking.   These are kids who often don’t ...

October 26 is National Pumpkin Day and we’ve gathered some of our favorite pumpkin-themed crafts for parents to do with their little ones. 1. Make paper plate pumpkins. Let kids decorate two paper plates like pumpkin faces. Then align the plates (with paint/decorations facing out) and punch holes around the sides. Last the plates together ...

If your child has ADHD, you know that their physical hyperactivity or inattention aren’t the only symptoms they struggle with. Children with ADHD also typically feel the effects of stress more than other children. For children with ADHD — even for those without the hyperactive component — their minds are often racing with thoughts running ...