Find Help with ADHD at LearningRx Posted on June 27, 2024June 6, 2024 by Carrie 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 …
Real-Life Math Practice Ideas for Summer Posted on June 19, 2024May 13, 2024 by Sandra Zamalis Keeping your kids’ math skills sharp through the summer may not sound too fun, but it doesn’t have to be as complicated or boring as you might think! Students lose significant momentum in areas like math and reading when they’re not “exercising” these skills during the break, and summer is a great opportunity to take …
Why is Writing Such an Important Skill for Kids to Practice? Posted on June 19, 2024June 17, 2024 by Maureen Loftus We think of reading and math as key academic skills to sharpen through the summer months, but writing is just as important! Writing requires your brain to incorporate every single cognitive skill—which is one reason why it’s such a challenge for many students. Cognitive Skills & Writing As we said above, writing uses every cognitive …
Understanding Cognitive Skills and How To Improve Them Posted on May 16, 2024April 16, 2024 by Carrie Our brains are capable of extraordinary things—from seemingly simple tasks like seeing and recognizing familiar shapes to complex tasks like learning a language or picking up a new skill. All of these actions are possible thanks to our cognitive skills, which are the various functions and abilities that our brains are capable of. Incredibly, our …
Digging Deeper into Cognitive Skills & ADHD (Beyond Attention) Posted on May 15, 2024May 13, 2024 by Maureen Loftus When you hear ADHD, the first thing that comes to mind is probably attention struggles. After all it’s in the name, so that must be the biggest hurdle for people with ADHD to overcome, right? Actually, according to research, there is likely more going on under the surface. Yes, ADHD often presents as issues with …
Addressing the Cognitive Effects of Concussions in Students Posted on May 14, 2024April 3, 2024 by Susie McDaniel Ask a parent about post-concussion recovery protocols and most will probably mention complete physical and mental rest until symptoms resolve. It makes sense, considering those were best practices—as stated by medical professionals for years. However, new research on the cognitive effects of concussions and best practices for recovery may be changing. Research published in a February …
Strategies to Support Kids with ADHD Over the Summer Posted on May 10, 2024April 2, 2024 by Dargan Coggeshall Summer can be a challenging time for children with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and their families. With the structured routine of school replaced by the freedom of vacation, many ADHD kids struggle to stay focused, organized, and engaged. However, with the right strategies and support, summer can also be a time for growth, learning, …
Summer Learning Activities and Games (Without Worksheets) Posted on May 8, 2024May 13, 2024 by Sandra Zamalis Keeping your child’s brain active through the summer months can be a challenge, especially if you have an active child who isn’t interested in worksheets. Summer learning is a great opportunity to make a shift into real-life application of what they’re learning, so instead of forcing it (or avoiding learning activities completely), here are some …
Cognitive Skills and Learning Posted on May 2, 2024May 2, 2024 by Greg Huntington In the realm of education, understanding cognitive skills is paramount for effective teaching and learning. Each cognitive skill plays a crucial role in how individuals process and retain information, ultimately influencing their academic performance. This blog delves into various cognitive skills such as memory, executive processing speed, logic and reasoning, word attack, and attention. It …
ADHD Symptoms & ADD Symptoms ADHD & ADD Symptoms: Info for Parents in The first step to finding help with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is to understand ADD and ADHD symptoms. Symptoms of ADD or ADHD depend on a person’s diagnosis. Today, ADHD is broken down into three different types, and each type of ADHD has its own symptoms. The …