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October 31, 2017
Dyscalculia
LEAP scores show progress in English, drops in science, math #dyscalculia
What do you know about standardized tests in today’s educational system? There are standardized tests across the country that indicates where a group of student range compared to other areas…
ADHD
Household chaos makes bringing up children with ADHD more difficult #adhd
Researchers have previously observed inadequate parenting of parents who have children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. A research group through multiple universities explored the family structure and daily routines as…
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New study links dyslexia with shorter memory trace of stimuli #dyslexia
Dyslexia affects one in every 10 to 20 people in the UK alone and is associated with reading and spelling difficulties. Dyslexia does not affect a person’s overall general intelligence.…
Dyscalculia
Should Oklahoma Require More Math in High School? #dyscalculia
25 states require that high school students take three years of math to graduate. Eighteen states require 4 years of math, and rest ask for only two years. Oklahoma falls…
ADHD
Collaboration when a Family Has ADHD: Like Parent, Like Child #adhd
ADHD affects executive function, the way we organize and run our lives. It is also used to rank priorities, spot problems, and find solutions, to adjust plans, and manage time…
October 30, 2017
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Nurturing great minds #dyslexia
Dyslexia is the most common special learning disorder teachers face today which affects about 20% of the population. Dyslexia is characterized by having difficulty in the use and processing of…
ADHD
How ‘Fidget Toys’ Are Helping Kids With ADHD #adhd
Have you heard about the different fidget toys? Chances are you have heard about the fidget spinners because of how popular they are among children. Did you know that these…
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Audio textbooks recorded by volunteers for people with print disabilities #dyslexia
What is the best way for you to learn? There are many different styles of learning and no two people learn the same way. With someone who faces challenges in…
ADHD
Naps help Memory #adhd
Sleep is being proven to be much more beneficial than ever before. A new study shows that sleep can be very beneficial to helping a person remember facts, and stay…
