Watching TV Linked to Brain Changes in Kids
Study Associates Watching TV with Higher Volume of Grey Matter It's no secret that parents struggle with limiting their children's screen time. From […]
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Susan Boyle: I have Asperger's Syndrome (ASD)
Asperger Syndrome (ASD) in the News Susan Boyle, a popular Scottish singer who rose to fame after a stunning performance on Britain's Got Talent in […]
Why Don't Kids Play Any More?
Play - The Importance of Unstructured Outdoor Time A recent article from The Globe and Mail has people talking again about the dwindling amount of […]
Study: Dyslexia Caused By Brain Connectivity Problems
What Causes Dyslexia? Dyslexia is caused by connectivity problems associated with language processing areas of the brain according to a new study […]
5 Holiday Inspired Sensory Activities
Sensory play encourages cognitive and motor development, and the holidays are the perfect time to engage in sensory-based activities that the whole […]
Infographic: ADHD Signs, Symptoms, and Parent Strategies
The following infographic from Brain Balance Achievement Centers of New Jersey shows common signs and symptoms of ADHD as well as parent strategies […]
3 Activities to Promote Empathy and Stop Bullying
It's no secret that kids with learning and behavioral disorders like ADHD, dyslexia, and Asperger Syndrome are often easy targets for bullies. In an […]
6 Tips To Help Kids Avoid Sensory Overload This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving 2013 is right around the corner, so we are re-sharing these 6 tips to help your child with ADHD, Asperger Syndrome, or Sensory […]
Concerned Mom Wants Candy Manufacturer to Eliminate Food Dyes
NBC's The Today Show aired a segment (1) on October 29, 2013 detailing one mom's campaign to convince candy manufacturers to eliminate artificial […]