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Processing speed is an essential skill for every area of life. It’s the gateway skill: every single thing we do goes through processing speed. And for kids or adults who struggle in this area, many areas of life are harder. Building processing speed is essential for: If you notice your child (or yourself) moving at ...

While the summer is heating up, the last thing you may want to do is think about next school year… but the reality is that it’s going to be here before we know it, and there are things we can be proactive about to make the next school year better for your kids. #1: Have ...

For those who see our name, it is common for most to assume that we are a tutoring center similar to places like Sylvan, Huntington, Mathnasium, etc.  However, LearningRx is not a tutoring center, we are a cognitive skills training center. What’s the difference?  A tutoring center is focused on providing more academic content or knowledge.  If a ...

For those who see our name, it is common for most to assume that we are a tutoring center similar to places like Sylvan, Huntington, Mathnasium, etc.  However, LearningRx is not a tutoring center, we are a cognitive skills training center. What’s the difference?  A tutoring center is focused on providing more academic content or knowledge.  If a ...

For those who see our name, it is common for most to assume that we are a tutoring center similar to places like Sylvan, Huntington, Mathnasium, etc.  However, LearningRx is not a tutoring center, we are a cognitive skills training center. What’s the difference?  A tutoring center is focused on providing more academic content or knowledge.  If a ...

If you’re heading out on a family trip this summer and want to keep your kids’ brains engaged in the car, at the hotel, or on the campsite, we’ve got some suggestions that span a variety of ages and interests. These travel games aren’t just about entertainment; they can actually help boost cognitive skills—the core ...

Do you ever question your ability to keep up with work, family, friendships, or other spheres of life? The reality is that our world is fast-paced and overwhelming in many ways, but having slow processing speed is one of the things that can make life harder than it needs to be, both for kids and ...

It’s hard to believe that the school year is coming upon us again before we know it. If you’re starting to think of things you can do to re-engage your children’s brains before it kicks in, a summer journal is a great option! Spending a few minutes per day writing can help your kids: Benefits ...

When your learner is diagnosed with ADHD, it may help to explain many of the challenges they’ve faced over the years—at school, at home, and elsewhere. The common features of ADHD, such as impulsivity, forgetfulness, and executive dysfunction, can present significant difficulties at any age. But finding the root cause of your learner’s challenges is ...

Learning to read is a fundamental milestone in a child’s educational journey. While knowing the alphabet is crucial, there are several other reading readiness skills that pave the way for successful reading. Important Reading Readiness Skills Include: Connecting Sound to Code Phonics, the connection between sounds and letters, lays the foundation for reading. Children need ...