Reflexes and How They Affect Learning Disabilities? Part 2 In our first post, we talked about what reflexes are and discussed their role in learning disabilities (LD). In this second post, we’ll look at how reflexes can become unintegrated and give suggestions to help manage them in relation to LD. How Do Reflexes Become Unintegrated? […]
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What are Reflexes and How Do They Affect Learning Disabilities? – Part 1
Reflexes and How They Affect Learning Disabilities? Part 1 In this first post, we will provide an understanding of a few foundational reflexes and talk about how they relate to Learning Disabilities (LD). Stay tuned for the second post in this two-part series, where we’ll look at how reflexes can become unintegrated and how to […]
7 Myths About Dyslexia
Dyslexia Myths Dyslexia is one of the most common learning challenges faced by students today. It is estimated 20% of Americans have dyslexia. There are many things we don’t know about dyslexia, like what causes it, and even more that we just think we know. Let’s discuss some of those myths and misconceptions that do […]
Outside the Pill Bottle: 5 Treatments for ADHD
5 Alternative Treatments for ADHD Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects many families in the United States and worldwide. With its presence comes many complications to a person’s school, work, and social life. Medication is the most common and most effective treatment for children with ADHD, but many families want to turn to medication only as a […]
Meditation and the Brain
How Does Meditation Help the Brain? Meditation and mindfulness have entered the public consciousness. As scientists continue to research this practice, they reveal more and more evidence about the benefits of meditation. It not only can change your sense of well being but can also actually change the structure of your brain. Here at Pathfinders, […]
ADHD in Boys versus Girls
ADHD and the Child’s Gender Why do fewer girls have ADHD? ADHD is a highly individualized disorder. The diagnosable traits differ between individuals, and what those traits present themselves as, differ as well. Just as the behavior of children with ADHD is distinct from that of adults with ADHD, gender plays a role in ADHD symptoms and […]
ADHD Symptoms in Adults
Symptoms of ADHD in Adults You are probably familiar with ADHD and its symptoms in children who have been diagnosed. But, did you know you could recognize the symptoms of ADHD in adults? Since research on adults with ADHD is limited, those struggling are often left undiagnosed or misdiagnosed, which can lead to frustration and […]
What are Brain Exercises?
What are Brain Exercises? —A discussion of which exercises are the best for your brain. If you typed “brain exercises” into your search engine, you might be looking for things that can miraculously help you be better at finding your keys, or have more attention on the road, or have faster answers to hard questions. This […]
Important Foods for the Brain
Important Foods for the Brain Welcome to part two of our blog series about nutrition and the brain. In the first post, we discussed the nutrients most essential for proper brain function. In this article, we will dive into the foods that offer us those essential brain nutrients. While there is no evidence that any […]
ADD versus ADHD
ADD versus ADHD Today there is more awareness of the diagnosis of ADD and ADHD, which is a wonderful step forward in human compassion and knowledge. Many of our Pathfinders families have been touched by this diagnosis. However, you may have wondered what the difference that “H” makes in between the two terms. For those of […]