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Dec
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Sep
Back-to-School Checklists
Hi. I know most families are returning back-to-school this week in NJ. Many families across the country have already returned to school. I wish you and your family great success in your journey back to school routines. We have our back-to-school night tonight for my son in middle school. This week has been a bit [...]
17
Jul
What Is Brain Training?
Brain training as it applies to ADHD and ADD (which are both categorized under the umbrella of ADHD) involves using exercises that have been developed to strengthen certain neurological functions. By strengthening the parts of the brain that are impacted by ADHD I see tremendous improvements in the cognitive skills of the children I work [...]
07
Jul
The Different Types of Attention Associated With Learning
In order to strengthen the cognitive skills of ADHD using my brain training program, it’s important to understand the different types of attention necessary for learning. For cognitive purposes, the definition of attention is the ability to focus on one thing to the exclusion of others. First of all, there’s sustained attention. Sustained attention is [...]
30
Jun
Hyperactivity and ADHD
Hyperactivity is one of the most common indicators of ADHD, particularly in school situations where kids are expected to sit still and process information for long periods of time. We all want our kids to do well, whether in school or in social situations, and if you’ve been getting negative feedback from a teacher or [...]
23
Jun
Neurotransmitters – Agonists and Antagonists
There are two types of neurotransmitters that play an important part in the diagnosis of ADHD. If you’re unfamiliar with what neurotransmitters are, let me back up a bit. Our brains are made up of billions of tiny neurons that process information and send messages throughout our bodies. They send and receive information about anything [...]
16
Jun
Basics about Learning Disorders
Many times kids with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) also have learning disorders, which can make their diagnosis and treatment even more complicated. But exactly what is a learning disorder and what makes it different from ADHD? Many parents of children who’ve been diagnosed with either or both of these disorders are confused about this. [...]
09
Jun
Neurons and How They Communicate
In order to fully understand ADHD, it helps to understand the inner workings of the brain, which is made up of billions of neurons. The neurons are composed of cell bodies, dendrites and axons. The axons are tiny hair-like fibers that send messages from neuron to neuron. Axons have an outer layer called myelin that [...]
02
Jun
ADHD Medication – Good or Bad?
Doctors often recommend medications such as Vyvanse, Concerta, or Ritalin to treat the symptoms of ADHD. Much has been written about the pros and cons of prescribing ADHD drugs for children and often times parents who come to me for help are either dead set against it or totally in favor of it. Putting your [...]
26
May
The Basics about Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD)
If you suspect that your child has Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder, or if your child has been diagnosed with it, you might be confused about what ADHD actually is. I can assure you that you’re not alone – a lot of parents find this diagnosis extremely confusing. As a licensed special education educator, general educator [...]
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