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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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Have You Supplied Your Child with Everything They Need for the School Year?

4 Aug at 7:11 am

As a new school year approaches, parents begin working through familiar back-to-school lists. Backpack? Check. Notebooks and pencils? Check. New shoes and school clothes? Check. Lunchbox, folders, and classroom supplies?…

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5 Back-to-School Struggles That Are Really About Brain Skills (Not Effort)

1 Aug at 3:32 am

Quick answer: Many common school frustrations (like rereading the same page, homework that drags on for hours, needing instructions repeated, losing focus mid-task, or “forgetting” material learned last year) aren’t…

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Prevent the Summer Slide and Start the School Year Strong

20 Jul at 6:25 am

The start of a new school year should feel exciting. For many families, however, it can also bring stress, uncertainty, and concern about whether a child is prepared for the…

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What Slow Processing Speed Actually Looks Like at Home and School

1 Jul at 3:54 am

Your child is bright. You know it, and you see their potential. But somewhere between understanding something and doing something with it, things fall apart. Homework takes three times as…

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How Memory Impacts Learning in the Classroom

23 Jun at 1:59 pm

Memory plays a major role in how students learn, participate, and perform in school. When a child struggles to remember instructions, retain what they studied, or recall information during a…

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Why Some Students Know the Material but Still Struggle on Tests

23 Jun at 1:50 pm

It can be frustrating for parents to watch their child study, understand the material at home, and still struggle when test day arrives. Maybe your child can explain the concept…

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Why Smart Kids Still Struggle in School

23 Jun at 11:50 am

When a child is bright, curious, and capable, it can be confusing and frustrating when school still feels difficult. Parents may hear things like: “He’s smart, but he just doesn’t…

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

1 Jun at 3:17 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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Prevent the Summer Slide: Keep Thinking Skills Active All Summer

19 May at 2:04 pm

As the school year comes to a close, many families look forward to a well-deserved break. Summer brings sunshine, travel, and time to relax, but it can also mean less…

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New Study: LearningRx Brain Training for Adults with Post-COVID Brain Fog

1 May at 3:03 am

A new peer-reviewed study published in the international journal Brain Sciences highlights encouraging outcomes for adults struggling with post-COVID cognitive symptoms (often called “brain fog”) following LearningRx cognitive training. Here’s…

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Brain Performance After Injury: Why Time Alone May Not Be Enough

17 Apr at 3:39 pm

After a concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI), rest is often recommended in the early stages. However, some individuals continue to experience challenges with memory, attention, processing speed, and mental…

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Beyond Attention: How Does ADHD Affect Learning?

31 Mar at 2:58 pm

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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The Brain Behind the Struggle: Understanding Learning Challenges & Unlocking Potential

30 Mar at 4:55 am

Every child and every adult has potential. But sometimes, that potential feels just out of reach. Struggles with reading, attention, memory, or processing speed aren’t just frustrating; they can impact…

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The Brain Behind the Struggle: Understanding Why Learning Feels Hard for Your Child

1 Mar at 3:44 am

Brain Awareness Week 2026 | Understanding Cognitive Skills & Learning Challenges Does your child struggle with schoolwork despite trying their best? Do you find yourself repeating instructions multiple times, only…

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Brain Training Isn’t Magic; It’s Measurable, Targeted, and Backed by Research

19 Feb at 1:59 pm

When parents first hear about brain training, the reaction is often the same: “Is this real…or is this some kind of magic?” Let’s clear that up right away. Brain training…

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

1 Feb at 4:40 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…

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How Is AI Changing Learning — and What Skills Do Kids Need Most?

1 Jan at 3:08 am

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a future idea — it’s transforming how kids learn right now. From elementary classroom experiments to teenagers using AI to do schoolwork at home,…

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

December 1, 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…

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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:…

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Can You Train Your Brain Like Chris Hemsworth on “Limitless”?

October 1, 2025

When Chris Hemsworth took on the challenge of boosting his brain power in Limitless: Live Better Now with Chris Hemsworth (National Geographic/Disney+), he put the spotlight on something scientists, psychologists,…

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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 Is My Child Struggling So Much to Adjust to School This Year?

August 1, 2025

The first few weeks of school can be tough for many kids, but if your child is melting down, zoning out, or constantly saying, “I hate school,” you’re probably wondering:…

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Why Does My Child Resist Reading—and What Can I Do About It?

July 30, 2025

If your child resists reading—or avoids it altogether—you’re not alone. For many families, reading becomes a daily battle filled with frustration, tears, and growing concern. While some kids naturally gravitate…

Build Strong Reading Skills in Learners of All Ages This Summer

June 12, 2025

You may have heard the term “summer brain drain” before, also known as the learning loss that occurs when students are on breaks from school for extended periods of time.…

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Reading Skills That Make Confident Learners

May 22, 2025

When kids struggle with reading difficulties, it can start to affect the rest of their learning experience. Reading plays a role in almost every school subject and it factors into…

Reading Support for Learners with Dyslexia

April 24, 2025

When someone you love is diagnosed with dyslexia, it’s easy to worry. The good news is that many children with dyslexia thrive at school and later in life! With the…

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Brain Training to Build Reading Skills

March 26, 2025

When reading difficulty rears its ugly head, students and families may reach for a coupledifferent interventions. They may try tutoring, afterschool programs, or learning strategies to livewith these struggles. But…

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Promoting Internet Safety for Kids

March 26, 2025

Being a parent in the time of the internet, you may feel like Hercules fighting theHydra— you can duck and swing, but even if you cut off one head, two…

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