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09 Aug Can Intensive Speech & Language Therapy Improve Language in Aphasia Patients Post-Stroke?

Posted at 08:00h in Aphasia, Article, Language, Medical Conditions, research, Speech and Language Pathology, Stroke

Aphasia commonly occurs after someone experiences a stroke. When a closed head injury occurs in the left hemisphere, a person may lose the ability to produce and understand language. Commonly, people think of aphasia as...

28 Jul How to Work on Decision Making Skills Using HappyNeuron Pro

Posted at 08:00h in Article, Patient engagement, Therapy Tips

Making better choices and improving decision-making abilities is a common goal of clients who are undergoing cognitive remediation therapy. Working on decision-making skills will help your client adhere to a budget, learn how to effectively...

02 Jul Which ‘working’ components of working memory aren’t working in youth with ADHD?

Posted at 08:00h in ADHD, Article, Memory

Working memory is a complex cognitive function that consists of three skills: reordering, updating, and dual processing incoming information. Clinical providers and researchers are trying to better understand which working components of working memory aren’t...

30 Jun The Three Components of Working Memory

Posted at 08:00h in Article, Cognitive Therapy, Memory

Working memory is a multifaceted cognitive function that allows us to retain and manipulate incoming information for a short period of time. We use working memory when we have to remember a phone number, follow...

16 Jun The Cognitive Benefits of Interacting With Nature

Posted at 08:00h in Article, mindfulness

Time and time again, we are reminded it is important to take time to get outside. Not only is spending time good for maintaining physical health, but it is highly beneficial for cognitive health. The...

07 Jun Swimming as a Positive Moderator of Cognitive Aging

Posted at 08:00h in Article, Exercise, Healthy Aging

We know that aerobic exercise provides many physical and psychological health benefits. Some of these benefits are so valuable, that therapists working with patients that have cognitive impairment may want to consider encouraging their clients...

04 Jun The Benefits of Swimming for Autism Spectrum Disorder

Posted at 08:00h in ADHD, Article, Memory

Children with autism spectrum disorder may not get enough physical activity in their daily lives. Many physical activities that children at young ages engage in are team sports, such as soccer. Children with autism spectrum...

01 Jun The Effect of Aerobic Exercise on Cognition, Academic Achievement, and Psychosocial Function in Children

Posted at 08:00h in Article, Children, Education, Exercise

Parents are often concerned about their child’s activity level, as many children do not get enough physical activity or playtime. Regular physical activity, particularly aerobic exercise, has been shown to promote neurogenesis in the brain...

28 May How Can I Use HappyNeuron Pro With Kids?

Posted at 08:00h in Article, Children, Patient engagement, Therapy Tips

Every teacher, guidance counselor, school psychologist, speech therapist, occupational therapist, and parent is looking for ways to help children succeed. Participating in academics, sports, and social life all involve complex behaviors that utilize important cognitive...

21 May How to Love Someone with Dyslexia

Posted at 08:00h in Article, Dyslexia, love

Love is different for everyone, and yet it is something we all desire. Each person is different and unique in their own way. Sometimes it is easy to love someone, and other times it can...