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What Slow Processing Speed Actually Looks Like at Home and School

Yesterday at 3:58 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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My Child Is Still Behind in Reading. What Should I Do?

1 Jun at 3:11 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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New Study: LearningRx Brain Training for Adults with Post-COVID Brain Fog

1 May at 3:02 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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Beyond Attention: How Does ADHD Affect Learning?

31 Mar at 2:59 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 Why Learning Feels Hard for Your Child

1 Mar at 3:47 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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Why Can My Child Focus on Video Games but Not on Schoolwork?

1 Feb at 4:43 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 3:10 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…

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The Transformative Power of Reading!

March 7, 2024

Reading impacts every area of life, including academic subjects, career avenues, and beyond. However, in a world that is increasingly dominated by screens and digital distractions, the timeless practice of…

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Key Ways Brain Training Builds Confidence In Your Kids!

March 8, 2023

Brain Training builds confidence and that’s what all of us want our kids to have. We want them to grow into confident, grow into capable adults. But, building confidence can…

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TBI and the Brain: 5 Ways TBIs Affect the Brain and How Brain Training Helps

February 26, 2023

Recovering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI), can be a scary time full of uncertainties. How much damage has been done? What effects will it have? To what extent is…

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Help Yourself or Your Child Learn To LOVE Reading With These Tips!

February 14, 2023

Reading provides a host of benefits for us. It engages several cognitive processes to integrate written information and language comprehension. It activates various parts of the brain, including the frontal…

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4 Ways ADHD Affects Cognitive Skills and Learning, and How LearningRx Can Help

November 5, 2022

Does your child have ADHD? Learn more about it, including how ADHD affects cognitive skills and learning, and what to do if your child has been diagnosed with ADHD.

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Why Some Kids Have Reading Struggles: 7 Early Signs To Watch For

September 6, 2022

Does your child struggle with reading? Learn what causes reading struggles, early signs to watch for, and how to help your child become a better reader.

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A Practical Guide to Easing Your Child’s Back-to-School Anxiety

August 10, 2022

As summer comes to a close and the school year looms, it’s common for children to experience anxiety at the thought of starting school again. Kids worry about new routines,…

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Summer Brain Fitness: 5 Tips To Keep Your Brain Sharp This Summer

July 6, 2022

Keep your child’s mind sharp throughout the summer and avoid the “summer slide”. Here are a few ways to help your child improve their brain fitness this summer.

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What Is the Summer Slide and How Can You Help Your Child Avoid It?

June 3, 2022

Summer vacation is an exciting time for kids: school’s out, the sun is shining, and there are endless hours of playtime with friends ahead! But, while play is certainly an…