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October 17, 2017
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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…
Dyscalculia
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…
ADHD
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…
October 16, 2017
Dyscalculia
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.…
ADHD
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…
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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…
Dyscalculia
Summer program boosts girls’ math skills #dyscalculia
It is no secret that girls are still underrepresented when it comes to science, math, technology, and engineering. However, a new summer program in Buffalo, New York, is aiming to…
ADHD
The ADHD Entrepreneur #adhd
If you’ve ever felt bored running your business, there’s a good chance that you might have ADHD. Many entrepreneurs have ADHD, such as Richard Branson and JetBlue founder David Neeleman,…
October 13, 2017
Dyscalculia
Armstrong students get a slick lesson on science and math from Flyers players #dyscalculia
Would you imagine that a sport like a hockey would have anything to do with science or math? One area school in Bristol never thought that the two could even…
ADHD
What if it’s not Alzheimer’s, but ADHD? #adhd
Alzheimer’s has been a concern for the medical industry for quite some time now. But there are theorists who think that it could be ADHD that is affecting the older…