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Empowering Every Learner: Special Needs Tutoring or One-on-One Brain Training?

June 28, 2025

For learners with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, or other learning differences, having the right support can be a game-changer. But sometimes, finding the right support can take time and effort. If…

Can Brain Training Help with Test Anxiety?

January 9, 2025

At LearningRx, we know that many situations can be a source of stress or anxiety, but they don’t always have to be. When it comes to learning challenges and test-taking,…

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Why Some Kids Struggle to Read (Even After Lots of Practice)

September 1, 2025

When kids struggle to read, you’ve probably heard the advice: “Just keep practicing. It’ll click eventually.” But what happens when it doesn’t click—no matter how many hours of practice, tutoring,…

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Why Can My Child Focus on Video Games but Not on Schoolwork?

1 Feb at 3:17 am

It’s very likely that at some point you have said (or wondered), “Why can my child play video games for hours but can’t focus on homework for five minutes?” And…

Can Tutoring Help with Math or Is There a Better Solution?

December 18, 2024

Math can be a tough subject for anyone. But whether your student is college-aged or starting elementary school, it’s never too late for them to build their math skills! At…

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What to Do When Math Tutoring Isn’t Working

August 6, 2024

Math can be an agonizing topic of conversation for many students—and many parents, too. In fact, many Americans struggle with math skills even after school. If your learner is having…

Can Tutoring Improve Cognitive Skills and Learning?

August 15, 2024

For some students, school can be a daily challenge. Whether they struggle to focus in class, haven’t grasped the material, or lack the underlying skills needed to effectively learn, school…

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Can Brain Training Help with ADHD?

March 21, 2024

ADHD comes with a lot of highs and lows. Many people with this cognitive difference find it to be a source of energy, creativity, and spontaneity. But it can also…

How Improved Study Skills Help with Homework

August 27, 2024

Homework is often a source of stress for many students and their parents. Whether they leave it to the very last minute, spend longer periods of time fretting about it…

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How Can I Support My Child’s Confidence When School Feels Hard?

November 21, 2025

When school feels overwhelming, many kids start to doubt their abilities long before they lose actual ground in their academics. Confidence doesn’t disappear overnight—it erodes with every “I can’t,” every…

Prevent Summer Slide with Tutoring Services

June 6, 2024

When the final school bell of the year rings, most students don’t intend to look at a single textbook for the rest of the summer. But for parents, this school-free…

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How to Find Reading Help When Tutoring Isn’t Working

December 5, 2024

Across all age groups, students are grappling with increased challenges in reading ability. From kids to teens to college-aged learners, students of all ages may need more reading help than…

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Establishing Healthy Homework and Study Skills

February 13, 2024

If homework is a nightly challenge in your household, you’re not alone. For many students, the last thing on their mind after a long day at school is even more…

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When Homework Becomes a Battle: What Your Child’s Brain May Have to Do With It

1 Sep at 3:36 am

TL;DR: Why Homework Becomes a Battle Homework struggles aren’t always about motivation, laziness, or a lack of effort. Completing schoolwork requires a combination of cognitive skills—including attention, working memory, processing…

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What Are Brain Training Programs?

November 12, 2024

When you’re investigating different options for learning support, you may come across the concept of brain training programs. At LearningRx, we’re frequently asked: What does brain training involve? How can…

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Concerned About Your Child’s Grades? Get Homework Help Here!

April 30, 2024

When your child needs homework help or support with studying, many parents turn to tutoring services. But that’s not the only option—and it may not be the one that works…

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Brain Training Demystified: How We Take a Strategic Approach to Our Programs

June 19, 2025

Improving cognitive skills is possible at any age! Whether you’re seeking academic support for your child or teen, or you wish to brush up on your own skills, you may…

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Help Your Teen Succeed By Improving Study Skills

November 7, 2024

Study skills aren’t always taught in school—but they’re a critical part of your learner’s education. While it’s easy to think that these abilities are innate, the reality is that they…

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3 Reasons to Invest in Brain Training for Kids

July 23, 2024

When your child is struggling in a learning environment, you’ll want to explore options for one-on-one support. But many parents wonder if brain training for kids is a worthwhile investment…

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What Research Says About Combining Structured Literacy with Cognitive Training

December 12, 2024

Reading Struggles Are Rarely Just One Problem When a child struggles to read, the problem you can see (sounding out words, skipping lines, guessing instead of decoding) is usually only…

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Can Homework Help Make Grades Better?

November 21, 2024

Does homework help make grades better? It’s a question that’s plagued parents and educators for decades. The answer is rarely as simple as “yes” or “no.” Today, let’s take a…

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Supporting Kids with Dyslexia: Read with Confidence

April 18, 2024

When kids get diagnosed with dyslexia, it’s easy for them to feel demoralized about their abilities. But the right dyslexia support, as well as other forms of assistance, can help…

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Beyond Attention: How Does ADHD Affect Learning?

20 Mar at 9:26 am

When most people think of ADHD, they picture a kid who can’t sit still or a student who’s always staring out the window. But ADHD is far more complex than…

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Why Productive Struggle Builds More Resilient Learners

November 1, 2025

When your child gets frustrated with a tough math problem or a new reading skill, it can be tempting to jump in and help. But here’s something powerful to remember:…

How Reading Help Can Improve Concentration

January 17, 2024

Strong reading skills can yield a lifetime of benefits. Reading is crucial for learning, understanding, and remembering—and it’s shown to be a stress reliever, too! For those who struggle with…

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My Child Is Still Behind in Reading. What Should I Do?

20 May at 4:53 am

The school year is wrapping up, and you already know something isn’t quite right. Maybe your child came home with a reading level that was behind their grade. Maybe they…

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Improve Your Cognitive Ability with Our Development Programs

October 18, 2024

There’s no expiry date for building learning and thinking skills. For adults who wish they were better at recalling specific facts or details, who want to improve accuracy, or who…

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Math Help for Kids Struggling with General Math, Geometry, or Algebra

March 14, 2024

Aptitude for math can often seem like an innate skill—some kids have it and some simply don’t. In reality, building math skills and abilities requires active work over the years.…

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Brain Training for Right Brain and Left Brain Learning

May 9, 2024

Do you ever wish you could express yourself more creatively? Or solve problems with a practical, logical approach? Strengthening core cognitive abilities is the basis of brain training. At LearningRx,…

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Types of Learning and How Brain Training Adapts to How Your Child Learns

May 30, 2024

“I’m a visual learner.” How many times have you heard someone say that? You may have even heard that from your child. For decades, students of all ages have been…