Brain Training Research & Studies Research on Programs At LearningRx, we’ve put more than 35 years of brain training research, development, and testing into our programs. That process continues to this day through our partnership with the Gibson Institute of Cognitive Research. Launched in 2014 by our founder, Dr. Ken Gibson, the Gibson Institute performs pioneering research on cognitive training …
Characteristics of a Learning Disability Characteristics of a Learning Disability: Info for Parents in The brain uses a foundational set of skills, called cognitive skills, to think and learn. Strong skills make learning easier. One or more weak skills, however, can impact how efficiently we grasp, process, remember and apply the things we are attempting to learn. Here’s a look …
Understanding the Difference Between ADD vs ADHD Posted on August 25, 2022February 9, 2023 by Carrie Understanding ADHD is an essential first step for kids and adults who live with it. It helps to understand the challenges as well as the unique potential that comes with this condition. Let’s explore the difference between ADD vs ADHD, common ADHD symptoms, and how symptoms can appear for kids vs. adults. Attention deficit hyperactivity …
Top Signs Your Child Needs Brain Training Posted on August 24, 2022June 8, 2023 by Maureen Loftus If your child struggles this school year, you may be looking into options for ways to help them catch up (or even get ahead). While tutoring can be helpful in certain situations, for many struggling learners, brain training is what is truly going to help them bridge the gap to become successful! Here are some …
The Science of Reading & What It’s Missing Posted on August 19, 2022June 8, 2023 by Dargan Coggeshall The way kids learn to read has been debated for decades. There’s been a “reading war” happening in schools and research centers. The outcome is a long string of reading struggles that put kids behind where they should be. As research converges on THE best way to teach reading, the hope is that more and …
Tips to Stay Focused with ADHD Posted on August 17, 2022June 8, 2023 by Sandra Zamalis Trying to stay focused with ADHD can feel impossible. Your brain has hundreds of “tabs” open, you are resistant to overwhelming tasks, and every day productivity can feel way too daunting Before you give up hoping that you or your child will ever be able to complete a task in one sitting, try some of …
Adult Learning Disabilities and Thriving with Neurodiversity Posted on July 29, 2022June 8, 2023 by Dargan Coggeshall Having adult learning disabilities impacts all areas of life, from confidence to peer relationships to workplace performance. Whether you were diagnosed as a child or have more recently suspected you may fall into this category, it can be helpful to identify where you struggle most and why it is happening. A learning disability is no …
School Readiness: How to Help Your Young Kids Get Ready to Learn Posted on July 22, 2022June 8, 2023 by Dargan Coggeshall School readiness for our 5-7 year olds is a big deal. Your baby is just starting out on a 12+ year adventure into formal schooling, and there’s no way to know what’s going to go well and what is going to be a struggle. While many researchers agree that social and emotional readiness should be …
Signs of ADHD and How to Improve Focus Posted on July 13, 2022June 8, 2023 by Leanne More and more kids are being diagnosed with ADHD every year. According to the CDC, nearly 10% of kids have one of the 3 main presentations of ADHD (and that may be a conservative estimate). Boys are more likely to be diagnosed, but in many cases, this may be because it presents so differently. Keep …
5 Family Game Night Favorites to Improve Reading Skills Posted on July 6, 2022June 8, 2023 by Maureen Loftus If your child reads below grade level or struggles with sounding out words, comprehension, or fluency, playing games may be a great way to help them get a boost! Reading and spelling are complex skills that require a network of cognitive skills. But if your child struggles in any of these areas, these tasks will …