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What is brain training, and how can it benefit you? At LearningRx, we offer training programs for learners of all ages—including kids, teens, and adults. We know that learning is an experience that lasts a lifetime. Through our dynamic, one-on-one programs, we help students from every walk of life to tap into their love of ...

Reading is an essential skill for academic success and lifelong learning. But for some students, reading can be a frustrating challenge. Early detection of reading struggles is critical to provide effective support and prevent long-term academic setbacks. Here are five warning signs of reading struggles, what they might mean, and practical ways to help your ...

When children struggle with schoolwork, it’s natural for parents to wonder why. Is it a lack of focus? A gap in foundational knowledge? Or could it be something deeper, like a learning disability? Understanding the root cause of learning challenges can feel like solving a complex puzzle. That’s where cognitive assessments come in. Cognitive assessments ...

There are different types of learning assessments for your child.  If your child is struggling in school, you may be encouraged to get an assessment to help discern how to help and better understand what is happening. But do you need an assessment that provides a diagnosis like ADHD or dyslexia or a cognitive skills assessment? ...

There are different types of learning assessments for struggling students.  If your child is struggling in school, you may be encouraged to get an assessment to help discern how to help and better understand what is happening. But do you need an assessment that provides a diagnosis like ADHD or dyslexia or a cognitive skills assessment? ...

There are different types of learning assessments for struggling students.  If your child is struggling in school, you may be encouraged to get an assessment to help discern how to help and better understand what is happening. But do you need an assessment that provides a diagnosis like ADHD or dyslexia or a cognitive skills assessment? ...

For many students, test-taking is a source of anxiety and frustration. Some struggle to recall the information they studied, while others find it difficult to organize their thoughts, manage time, or stay focused during the exam. If your child is facing consistent challenges with tests, the root cause could lie in either their knowledge base ...

When we think of ADHD, many of us picture a hyperactive, impulsive child who can’t seem to sit still, blurts out answers in class, or struggles to finish assignments. While these behaviors are certainly hallmarks of ADHD, they don’t paint the full picture—especially when it comes to girls. ADHD often looks very different in girls, ...

If you’re debating whether your little one is ready to start kindergarten in the fall, there are some objective and subjective criteria to consider. For example, the U.S. Department of Education defines five domains of school readiness. They include: We’ve assembled this simple guide to help you learn more about each domain, and ways you ...

Math can be a source of anxiety for many people—and for many people, it starts at a young age. If your learner is already showing signs of fearfulness, stress, or anxiety around math or numbers, you may hope that these feelings will go away eventually. However, being proactive about these concerns can often help your ...