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November 17, 2016

Dyscalculia Nov 17 David Parker: Calculators, cell phones hinder students’ math skills #dyscalculia Technology can be very useful as learning aids, but are we depending on too much technology too early? One math teacher thinks that using calculators can actually hinder his students’… ADHD Nov 17 Nature or Nurture and ADHD #adhd Whether ADHD is caused by nature or nurture is an old and controversial question without any clear answers. However, did you know that both nature and nurture can help you… Sensory Processing Disorder Nov 17 Sensory Processing Disorder is a Commonly Used Term But Do You Know What it Means? #spd You may have heard the term “sensory processing disorder,” but do you know what it really means? Check out this handy explanation of the disorder, including a list of symptoms…

November 16, 2016

Dyscalculia Nov 16 Indirectly Reading And Talking About Math Can Improve Academic Performance #dyscalculia Did you know that the best way to prepare our children for success in math is to start introducing certain phrases and words at a younger age? It’s amazing how… Uncategorized Nov 16 ‘One of the biggest hurdles for a dyslexic is self-esteem’ #dyslexia Want to know more about the hurdles that students with dyslexia face, especially those related to self-esteem and feeling intelligent? Matt Strawbridge talks about his life growing up with dyslexia… ADHD Nov 16 ADHD: Living Your Life Backwards #adhd Ever get the feeling that having ADHD is like living backwards? You’re not alone. This author explains why that is, and how to help correct your life so you can… Uncategorized Nov 16 Simulation brings out frustration, panic, difficulty dyslexics endure (w/video) #dyslexia Ever wanted to get a better perspective of what life with dyslexia is really like? A journalist takes part in a dyslexia simulation run by the Children’s Dyslexia Center of… Dyscalculia Nov 16 Mental math exercises linked to better emotional health #dyscalculia Did you know that mental math exercises are linked to better emotional health? A new study shows students are exploring relationships between genes, the brain and mental health. Read this… ADHD Nov 16 How to Survive Those Boring Meetings with an ADHD Mind #adhd Do you have ADHD? Do you struggle to get through long and boring meetings at work? Here are some handy tips to help you get through those meetings without bothering… Sensory Processing Disorder Nov 16 Stamford organization aims to improve parent, child connection #spd A lack of communication skills can add frustration to interactions with your special-needs kids. Connecticut speech and behavioral therapy center Connect-to-talk seeks to improve communication skills between parents and children…