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Math anxiety is a common problem among students of all ages and can affect their performance and self-esteem in the subject. Some estimates show that even a majority of people report feeling some level of anxiousness surrounding math-related tasks. This fear doesn’t just impact math class, either. It can trickle into real-life situations where math ...

Helping our kids become more confident can be an uphill battle. The world we live in has increasing expectations and speed that is making kids more anxious and unsure of themselves. Instead of just having a positive outlook, how can we foster deep confidence in kids of all ages?  Building cognitive skills is an important ...

Maintaining good brain function is important for a variety of reasons, including improved memory, higher productivity, and better overall well-being. Keeping your brain healthy isn’t complicated. Even some small switches and habits can go a long way to keep your thinking sharper! Here are a few simple habits that you can adopt to keep your ...

Learning challenges can affect anyone at any age, and it’s important to remember that it’s never too late to work on improving your cognitive skills and building confidence. While learning challenges may be more commonly associated with children, they can also be present in adults. In fact, it is estimated that around 20% of the ...

If you’re a parent of a struggling reader, you know how frustrating and demoralizing it can be to see your child struggle with a skill that is so essential to their success in school and in life. You’ve probably tried everything from tutoring to special programs in school, but nothing seems to get reading to ...

What if you weren’t on your own to stick to this year’s New Year’s resolutions? Setting individual goals can absolutely be helpful, but family resolutions can be a powerful way to connect, hold each other accountable, and have some fun together in the new year. Here are 4 family resolution ideas to get you started: ...

Working memory is a critical cognitive skill that can directly impact your ability to function in daily life. Imagine what it would be like if you took in information and immediately lost it. Or imagine being in the middle of a task and completely forgetting what you’re supposed to be doing. And maybe you don’t ...

The holiday season is here, and with it comes more family time. Instead of just turning to holiday movies (even though they are pretty great too), here are 5 fun holiday activities to try this year! These will help you connect with family members, whether it’s your kids or extended family, AND exercise some brain ...

Here’s this year’s roundup of some fun games and toys that build brain skills (even though they’re so fun you probably won’t even realize it!) As the holiday season quickly approaches and sales are happening, here are some fun and engaging things to add to your shopping lists: Family Game Night Picks That Build Brain ...

We all learn differently. Every brain is unique in the way it interacts with the world. However, culturally we have given a lot of power to things like learning styles and preferences instead of building the skills to make all areas of learning easier. While learning differences and disabilities are extremely common, a diagnosis doesn’t ...