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Want the latest news in brain science? Tips on how to build stronger learning and thinking skills? Updates about what’s happening at LearningRx? Browse brain training articles and news from LearningRx below!

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America’s Children Are Falling Behind

Brainy Moms Podcast Part 1: Interview with Donesa Walker Reading and dyslexia specialist Donesa Walker, M.Ed. joins Dr. Amy and Sandy on this episode of the Brainy Moms podcast to…
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Understanding Learning Challenges

“The diagnosis was given, and the meds were started, but the tantrums and meltdowns about math got worse.” Professionals hear this daily. The diagnosis and treatment didn’t fix the issue.…
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Understanding Cognitive Development

Starting a child off on the right foot is often a challenge and leads parents on a merry chase. They want to find the correct preschool offering or setting that will give…
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Tips for Testing

TIPS that will make this the best LEAP year ever and help with every test to come, too! It’s that time of year again when the dreaded high-stakes LEAP testing…
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The Confidence Shift No One Talks About

Most parents come in worried about grades. Reading levels. Test scores. Homework struggles. But what they don’t always expect is the confidence shift. 🧠 Struggling Isn’t Just Academic When learning…
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Take This Opportunity to Say Thank You

Since Americans celebrate Thanksgiving in November, this is the perfect time of year to thank all the people who help us make it through the day. Many scientists have studied…
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Gifts of a Lifetime

The Spirit of Giving is a gift. That “give the shirt off your back” kind of generosity is something only a few people truly exhibit, and yet it is a…
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Skill or Will: Where is the Problem?

The homework fight ensues again with the aggressive behavior and the meltdowns. You spend exhausting hours fussing and sitting at the table, throwing tantrums. It is complete drama. When will…

Cognitive Training with Donesa Walker

Join us as we delve into the science of neuroplasticity, the personalized approach of brain training, and the incredible impact it has on memory, attention, reading, and math skills. Donesa also shares her personal story of how brain training aided her recovery after a health setback, demonstrating its profound effects.

Overcoming Struggle with Learning Disorders

Donesa Walker, MED, BCCS, owner and director of LearningRx Shreveport-Bossier City, discusses the prevalence of learning disorders in Louisiana and how to make changes for yourself and your child.

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Neurodivergent Learners: The Myth of Dyslazia

Neurodivergent learners are those who learn differently than others considered neurotypical. There are a lot of words and labels out there for learners of all different challenges and levels. The term…
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Mind Shame – You are not alone!

Removing the Stigma for Adults with Learning Disabilities Part 1: Introduction The comments in the image are only a few of the things I hear from adults on a daily…
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Gratitude and The Brain

Executive Director and Owner of LearningRx Shreveport Donesa Walker is a regular guest on the Strategies for Living radio shows. Radio Hosts David McMillian, Ph.D., and Lauren McMillian, M.S., are…