How the Internet Age Can Affect Memory
Now, more than ever, cutting edge information and technology are right at our fingertips. With the growth of the Internet Age, scientists are giving thought to the effects Internet use [...]
Sleep Patterns & ADHD
Challenges pertaining to sleep loss are common among children and adults diagnosed with ADHD. In fact, there seems to be a cyclical relationship between poor sleep and the behaviors associated [...]
Understanding Your Child’s Learning Disability
Discovering that their child has a learning disability can be fear-provoking for parents. If they lack prior experience with learning disabilities, parents may feel as though they are facing uncharted [...]
Dispelling Myths About Left Brain/Right Brain
Perhaps you have wondered, at one time or another, about your unique characteristics as a person. Maybe you have contemplated the experiences that led you to a favorite hobby or [...]
5 Steps to Improving Memory
Memory is at the center of everything we do. From routine daily tasks to the unique components that make up our individual personalities, humans constantly tap into their memory “banks.” [...]
IEP vs 504 Plan
Parents wish for their child to get the most out of their education, to excel at what they enjoy, give their best effort to what they find challenging and to [...]
Reading Out Loud Improves Memory
With the school year winding down, end-of-the-year testing and final exams are in full-force throughout area schools. If you’re looking for ways to improve your young person’s memory of learned [...]
What Are Special Needs Trusts and Why Do You Need Them?
When preparing your will with the intention of leaving money or property to a family member with special needs, it’s vital to consider the impact of such bequeathals on their [...]
College Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
Going to college is a stressful situation on its own, even without additional factors added in. For students with disabilities, the transition to a new, faster-paced environment can be a [...]
Local Summer Camps for Students with Special Needs
As the summer season grows closer, parents of children with neurobehavioral disorders often find themselves in search of a camp or a program that will allow their children to continue [...]