10 Tips to Make Homework Easier

Almost every family struggles with homework challenges at some point. Sometimes, parents end up as frustrated as their kids or teens, feeling like they constantly have to “nag” their student to get through even the simplest assignments. Here are 10 tips to help ensure the process is as smooth as possible: 1. Set up a …

How does adult cognitive skill strengthening work?

Many people incorrectly assuming that LearningRx only offers one-on-one brain training to children and teens. But the truth is that we’ve worked with thousands of adult to help turn today’s weaknesses into tomorrow’s strengths! Why do adults come to LearningRx for personal brain training? Some adults and seniors that come to LearningRx simply want to …

A Good Night’s Sleep: Why Your Kids Need It

There are few things more challenging as a parent than dealing with sleep-deprived kids. They can be crabby, belligerent or burst into tears without warning. But these emotional displays are just the tip of the iceberg. When your child doesn’t consistently get a good night’s sleep, they suffer in several ways. Conversely, when your child …

The Importance of Processing Speed: How Slow Processing Speed Affects Learning

Learn about the importance of processing speed in learning, academic and work performance, intellectual development, and reasoning, and how it can be improved. Our cognitive skills — including attention, memory, logic, reasoning, and auditory and visual processing — play an integral role in our ability to learn, read, memorize, and perform. These skills work together …

Our Top 5 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Brain Training

Determining if brain training is right for you or a loved one is a big decision — there are many factors involved in improving learning and comprehension skills. Over 35 years of research and development at LearningRx, we have gained significant insight into brain training, enabling us to create programs that target specific problems and …

The 2021 Smart Moms Toybox

Every year LearningRx puts together a shopping list parents can use for brain-boosting gifts and games during the holiday season. LearningRx has vetted these games as items that align with LearningRx’s brain training values and ideals and focus on the underlying core cognitive skills that help us learn and perform daily. Skills like; attention, memory, auditory …

How Does Brain Training Work for Children Who Struggle With ADD and ADHD?

Children with ADD and ADHD diagnoses often have a difficult time learning and functioning inside and outside the classroom. Fortunately, brain training is an effective intervention that can help lessen symptoms for kids struggling with ADD and ADHD. Understanding ADD and ADHD There are three different diagnoses: hyperactive-impulsive ADHD, inattentive ADHD/ADD or combination inattentive-hyperactive ADHD. …

Solid Time Management Skills for Middle School Students

Between school, extracurricular activities, spending time with family and friends, and getting enough sleep, today’s students are busy (and so are their parents!). Learning to manage the limited study time they have will help your children use their time more efficiently and learn more effectively. Good time management skills also help keep stress at bay: …