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Warning on ADHD over Christmas #adhd
Do you know an adult that has ADHD? Have you given thought to how the different seasons might affect an adult with ADHD more than another adult? The truth is that with Christmas and the holiday season just around the corner, with the season of gluttony and impulse it may be more difficult to manage […]
Know the ABC of “Learning Disabilities” – a buzz word in educational circles #dyscalculia
Browse through the ABCs of learning differences whenever it is possible. People may be astounded to find that learning differences can have different effects on student progress. It is worthwhile to read through the descriptions and follow some important concepts about learning differences. Teachers can be brought up to speed about any recent updates.
Life Lessons: Challenges of athletes with ADHD #adhd
Currently, many children become active in sports but what might the correlation between the types of sports that they choose indicate about the child themselves? A new study shows that children that have ADHD are more likely to compete in team contact sports over any other kind of sport, including sports that involve participation on […]
An invisible weakness: Learning with dyslexia #dyslexia
There are many topics that appear to be overlooked and Dyslexia is one of them. However, there needs to be an open discussion about this topic so that everyone is aware of the challenge that it brings to not only students but many adults as well. There is no easy solution or cure and one […]
Summer direction: Camp Compass provides reading, math lessons #dyscalculia
When you think about the summer, what comes to mind? Now try and think about what school meant as a child to you? For most children, it means no classes and more importantly no homework. However, that is not the case for all children. In fact, a new program called Camp Compass, children are learning […]
Is Neurofeedback an Effective Treatment for ADHD? #adhd
It is known that people with ADHD may display differences in brain-behavior overtime that has been the focal point of research conducted with these ADHD individuals as well. Neurological feedback could be a treatment solution looming in the future for these people that treatment has been tested in a number of settings for those willing […]
Math Class Provides Unique Lessons To Phoenix Students #dyscalculia
Students at one high school are now exploring math in creative ways that deserve attention. These projects took some thought and will help students understand the skills that they obtain. The game “Angry Birds” took on an all new meaning with some help from peers that could help students get the grade in their math […]
Fidget spinners are not the way to cope with ADHD #adhd
Fidget spinners may be a popular choice for kids found all around the world over. But they are not exactly a remedy for ADHD, though they may be touted as one. Parents think that fidget spinners can be used to treat the symptoms of ADHD among their children. The apparatus is exactly what it sounds […]
North Haven organization helping Connecticut school district develop strategies for dyslexia #dyslexia
There is a North Haven organization that will help dyslexic students while they are in school. Connecticut wants to see their schools do better when it comes to their education as well. Look for Brookside Elementary School to discuss progress made with their dyslexic students. These classrooms are open for students who want to make […]