Early Warning Signs of Learning Difficulties The interventions used at Pathfinders can help those of all ages, from young children all the way up to elderly adults. However, the sooner […]
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Integration Activities
Integration Activities Are you right-brained or left-brained? It is commonly thought the two sides of the brain are responsible for different functions. The left hemisphere is concerned with analytical subjects, […]
What are Reflexes and How Do They Affect Learning Disabilities? – Part 2
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]