12 Apr What is childhood aphasia?
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in Aphasia, Children, Cognitive Rehabilitation, Language, Speech and Language Pathology
In this article, we’ll focus on why childhood aphasia occurs, the different types, and how it may be treated through cognitive therapy....
24 Feb How do video games affect cognition?
With the ever-growing popularity of video games, there have been concerns about how they affect cognition, particularly for children and teens. Some primary concerns are whether video games may cause behavioral issues such as increased...
20 Feb Does social media impact brain development for kids and adolescents?
Social media has become more popular than ever. Many kids are frequently online, which worries some parents, teachers, and clinicians. You may wonder, can social media impact brain development for kids and adolescents? ...
08 Feb How pretend play helps children develop social cognition
If you work with children or have children of your own, you’re probably very familiar with pretend play. This refers to any play where children adopt an idea that differs from reality....
04 Jan How to encourage student motivation
To help encourage student motivation, try these techniques backed by cognitive science!...
16 Dec How to help students cope with visual overstimulation in the classroom
Visual overstimulation occurs when one’s surroundings are too visually stimulating, causing overwhelm and distraction....
14 Dec How to help kids cope with visual overstimulation during the holidays
Visual overstimulation occurs when one’s surroundings are too visually hectic and cause feelings of overwhelm and distractedness. Overstimulation can happen to anyone, though it is prevalent among people with autism or ADHD. ...
12 Dec 6 Ways to Help Kids Develop Executive Functioning Skills
Executive function refers to cognitive functions related to making plans and decisions and regulating behavior. Executive function skills are required for numerous tasks that can be completed every day, such as driving or walking to...
19 Aug TBI in Children
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in Article, Children, Cognitive Rehabilitation, Neuroscience, Occupational Therapy, research, TBI
TBI stands for traumatic brain injury, and occurs when one experiences damage to the brain. This type of damage is specific, and creates a disruption in the functioning of the brain. Not all injuries to...