Speech Therapy Exercises for Stroke Patients
This article explores how speech therapy exercises for stroke patients can be utilized, offering a comprehensive approach to recovery.
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This article explores the social benefits of group cognitive therapy, shedding light on how shared experiences, mutual support, and collective growth can contribute to positive outcomes.
26 January, 2024Why Cognitive Flexibility Is Crucial & How Can People Improve It?
The term “cognitive flexibility” is often said to be an important part of understanding our thoughts and emotions, but what does it even mean? Simply put, it is a set of cognitive abilities including creativity, imagination, and curiosity, that work
01 November, 2021Let’s Talk About Post-Stroke Depression
Experiencing a stroke is a major life event. A stroke may cause someone to lose cognitive and physical abilities, such as not being able to communicate or use one side of their body. Depending on where the lesion occurs, some people may experience th
18 August, 2021
8 tips for better communication with patients
Research shows that a positive relationship between patient and clinician can improve therapy outcomes. How can clinicians improve communication with patients?
27 February, 2023A Guide to Interventions for Cognitive Impairment
Explore different types of interventions for cognitive impairment
19 July, 2024Anger and Traumatic Brain Injury
Many survivors of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) often deal with feelings of anger and irritability after their injury. For some, these feelings of anger can range from mild to severe, and have been studied across different samples of people. Post-tr
12 August, 2022Cognitive Impairment Associated With Cancer
For many patients with cancer or are in remission, cognitive impairment is frequently a complaint. In a national cross sectional study, it was reported that a history of cancer was associated with a 40% chance of an increased amount of memory issues.
05 September, 2022Cognitive Rehabilitation of Memory Problems in Patients with Epilepsy
If you live in the northern hemisphere, you are probably familiar with the drastic change of seasons. With the switch from the summer to the fall comes not only cooler weather, but less daily sunlight. This may cause people to experience seasonal aff
27 December, 2021Digital exercises to improve processing speed
Processing speed refers to the amount of time it takes for a person to understand and respond to stimuli around them. Here are a few of the best exercises to improve processing speed.
27 January, 2023Exploring the Social Benefits of Group Cognitive Therapy
This article explores the social benefits of group cognitive therapy, shedding light on how shared experiences, mutual support, and collective growth can contribute to positive outcomes.
26 January, 2024Gender Differences in TBI
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can be very detrimental to one’s health and wellbeing. Brain injury commonly causes individuals to have cognitive, mental health, and physical complications. TBIs can be caused by contact sports injuries, motor vehicle
15 August, 2022How a stroke can affect social cognition
The effects of a stroke can vary widely. For some, a stroke can affect social cognition and social behavior.
06 February, 2023How Does Cancer Impact Cognition?
In this post, we explore the complex relationship between cancer and cognition and how patients may be able to mitigate the effects.
04 October, 2023How Does Memory Impact Executive Functioning?
Explore how memory and executive functioning are interconnected.
05 June, 2024How to Enhance Pediatric Care with Digital Cognitive Exercises for Kids
In this article, we will explore how clinicians can effectively use digital cognitive exercises for kids to enhance their overall development and well-being.
20 November, 2023How to Help Patients Improve Sustained Attention
You may have patients who struggle with different types of attention. One that proves difficult for many people is maintaining sustained attention. In this article, we'll discuss how to improve sustained attention skills.
03 March, 2023Impairments in Planning and Inhibition Skills in Severe Mental Illness
Learn about the impact of severe mental illness on planning and inhibition skills.
27 May, 2024Launching Your Own Practice with HappyNeuron Pro: A Comprehensive Guide
How to launch a clinical practice with HappyNeuron Pro and reap the benefits of its features.
08 January, 2024New Possibilities for Brain Repair in MS
Let's look at what’s next for the research into brain repair in MS.
14 August, 2023Research shows that cognitive stimulation may alleviate cognitive decline in older adults
More and more research is showing the benefits of cognitive stimulation. A new study shows the benefits of cognitive games in mitigating cognitive decline in older adults.
30 January, 2023Spiderwebs and the Brain
With October 31st creeping up, we see more and more Halloween décor. Not only are people decorating with carved pumpkins and silly or spooky ghosts, but they are also putting up spiderwebs. Between real and decorative spiderwebs, webs seem to always
18 October, 2021TBI in Children
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 the head are TBIs, but all TBIs are severe inju
19 August, 2022The Cognitive Health Benefits of Summer
Learn how summer can boost your brain health!
28 June, 2024The Cognitive Science Behind Brain Fog
What exactly is brain fog, and what does cognitive science tell us about its origins and effects?
28 July, 2023The Impact of COVID-19 On Cognition
The COVID-19 pandemic brought about new challenges across all components of the medical field. Clinical providers are learning about how COVID-19 has impacted the brain in survivors. Severe cases of COVID-19 have resulted in neuropsychological impair
14 June, 2021The Key Differences Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s
There is a common misconception that dementia and Alzheimer’s are two separate conditions, however this isn’t exactly the case.
23 December, 2022The Neurobiology of Reading
Reading is a complex cognitive process that involves a network of connections throughout the entire brain. Oftentimes, educators overlook the neurobiology of cognitive skills required for activities such as reading. Understanding the neurobiology of
17 May, 2021The Online Brain: How the Internet Changes Our Cognition
How does the internet change our cognition?
10 October, 2022What Are Microglial Cells and How Do They Impact Cognition?
According to recent research, microglial cells within our brains are unsung heroes of cognitive health.
14 July, 2023What is Neurogenesis?
Our brains are made of billions of cells. During development, stem cells receive signals from the outside environment that determine which kind of cell it will become within our brains. Sometimes, stem cells develop into neurons through a process cal
05 May, 2021What is Neuroplasticity, and why is it important?
Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to modify connections and change its activity in response to stimuli, basically “re-wiring” itself. So, what does this mean?
09 January, 2023What Is Neurotherapy?
Many people hear the word Neurotherapy but have no idea what exactly it is. In this blog post, we discuss what Neurotherapy is and why it may interest you.
05 November, 2021What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?
There are different types of motivation, and understanding them can give us a lot of insight into our own behaviors and emotions, as well as those of patients.
22 February, 2023What is the EyeBOX device?
Here at HappyNeuron, we always have an eye out for the latest scientific findings and technology that may be useful to clinicians and their patients. We’re very interested in the EyeBOX device, which is a new tool for assessing concussions.
03 May, 2023Why you need sugar for a healthy brain
Sugar plays a crucial role in our brain health and cognitive function. However, too much can be detrimental to our health. So let’s break it down. What is the relationship between sugar and brain health, and how much is too much?
13 January, 2023Why you should limit the number of exercises available to your patients
When using HappyNeuron Pro, you have the option of limiting cognitive exercises visible to your patient. In fact, this is recommended!
25 January, 2023
[Video] BIS Services – Going Digital During Covid
Natalie Mackenize has been working in Cognitive Rehabilitation since 2004. She holds a master's degree in Cognitive Neuropsychology, is a certified brain injury specialist, accredited Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapist, a Hypnotherapist, and is the o
26 May, 2021[Video] Complex Brain Injury Rehab – Remote and In-home Occupational Therapy
Brain injuries are complex injuries. Heather Condello and her team of occupational therapists, including Ayushi Dhingra, understand that. Heather and Ayushi discuss how they approach brain injury and redefine occupational therapy to help their client
04 April, 2021[Video] TEDTalk – An Occupational Therapist’s Role in Person-Centered Design
Rebecca Langbein is pursuing her clinical doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OT) at Thomas Jefferson University. Like many OTs, Rebecca is constantly learning about how OT practitioners can empower their clients and communities by combining occupatio
12 April, 20213 Questions Answered About Telehealth for Occupational Therapy
Who Benefits From Telehealth Occupational Therapy? People who may have experienced injuries such as a stroke, a brain injury, feeding disorders, upper extremity limb loss, and other neurological conditions have seen positive results from telehealth.
15 May, 20205 Benefits of Occupational Therapy for Seniors
Yes, you can! This blog post will tell you why. Telehealth and remote therapy options are becoming increasingly popular as the COVID-19 crisis continues. Seniors are among the most vulnerable people that could face fatal consequences of contracti
23 November, 20208 tips for better communication with patients
Research shows that a positive relationship between patient and clinician can improve therapy outcomes. How can clinicians improve communication with patients?
27 February, 2023A Guide to Interventions for Cognitive Impairment
Explore different types of interventions for cognitive impairment
19 July, 2024Activities to help with stroke recovery
In addition to a healthy diet and exercise, there are many activities that can help someone with stroke recovery. Physical therapy may be necessary for physical recovery, and equally important is exercising the brain. Here are some of the best ways t
23 January, 2023An OT that went Digital
Dustin and Natalie met right before the shutdown. Since then, Natalie started to use HappyNeuron, and her clients are thrilled about it. In this snippet, she explains how they felt and their reactions when they were introduced to HappyNeuron Pro.
03 May, 2021Anger and Traumatic Brain Injury
Many survivors of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) often deal with feelings of anger and irritability after their injury. For some, these feelings of anger can range from mild to severe, and have been studied across different samples of people. Post-tr
12 August, 2022Areas Of Cognition to Work On in the New Year
New Year’s resolutions are a great way to enter into a new mindset and achieve goals that improve your life. Why not help your clients set goals to improve their cognition this year? Setting goals together at the beginning of the year could help clie
30 December, 2022Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for Dementia from an Occupational Therapist Lens
Occupational therapists are instrumental in the care of people living with dementia.Occupational therapists have a holistic understanding of how cognitive functioning impacts activities of daily living. They can provide cognitive stimulation therapy
11 November, 2020Cognitive tips for building new habits
Building habits can help anyone to improve aspects of their life. They can be beneficial for anyone living with a cognitive condition.
03 April, 2023Digital exercises to improve processing speed
Processing speed refers to the amount of time it takes for a person to understand and respond to stimuli around them. Here are a few of the best exercises to improve processing speed.
27 January, 2023Expert Advice – ADHD + TBI ?
Natalie is back with some expert advice about how to work with patients who have both ADHD and a TBI. If you love this video you MUST check out her entire interview found in the expert interviews today!
07 July, 2021Expert Interview – Natalie Mackenzie
The day has finally arrived. This interview with Natalie is AMAZING! If you work in cognitive rehabilitation from TBIs this is a video you most definitely should like. Natalie Mackenzie has been working in Cognitive Rehabilitation since 2004. She ho
26 May, 2021Exploring the Social Benefits of Group Cognitive Therapy
This article explores the social benefits of group cognitive therapy, shedding light on how shared experiences, mutual support, and collective growth can contribute to positive outcomes.
26 January, 2024Frustrated Clients? take Natalie’s Advice
We love the work that BIS Services is doing for people in the United Kingdom. We especially love the advice Natalie has for working with patients who often get frustrated. Take a watch and let us know if you're going to try these techniques in the co
02 August, 2021How a stroke can affect social cognition
The effects of a stroke can vary widely. For some, a stroke can affect social cognition and social behavior.
06 February, 2023How Apraxia Ruins Morning Coffee
Did you know that damage to a person’s left hemisphere can change how they make coffee? Damage to the left hemisphere can cause a person to forget how to use a coffee machine, or even pick up a coffee cup. This cognitive problem is called apraxia.
01 July, 2020How Do We Use Reasoning Skills in Daily Life?
Delve into reasoning and its role in our daily routines.
15 May, 2024How Does Aphasia Impact Verbal Memory?
Explore how aphasia impacts verbal memory
17 June, 2024How Does Memory Impact Executive Functioning?
Explore how memory and executive functioning are interconnected.
05 June, 2024How Legos can be a Cognitive Therapy Tool
‘Lego Therapy’ uses Legos to provide cognitive and emotional stimulation for people with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Using Legos, she carves out roles for each of her clients to fulfill: manager, supplier, and builder. Using these roles, Kitty
03 September, 2020How Neuroplasticity Works in Stroke Recovery
Learn how neuroplasticity gets to work after a stroke.
12 July, 2024How to Enhance Pediatric Care with Digital Cognitive Exercises for Kids
In this article, we will explore how clinicians can effectively use digital cognitive exercises for kids to enhance their overall development and well-being.
20 November, 2023How to Help Clients Step Out of Their Comfort Zone
A vital aspect of a clinician’s work is encouraging clients to stretch beyond their comfort zones.
16 September, 2024How to Help Patients Improve Sustained Attention
You may have patients who struggle with different types of attention. One that proves difficult for many people is maintaining sustained attention. In this article, we'll discuss how to improve sustained attention skills.
03 March, 2023How to Help Your Client Get Back to Work
Many people that experience a stroke, brain injury, or episode of psychosis have resulting cognitive complications. Many clients who have had a neurological accident or a psychotic episode can become unemployed and have trouble re-entering the workfo
17 August, 2020How To Use HappyNeuron Pro for Stroke Rehabilitation
You may be wondering what exercises are available for stroke recovery, or how HappyNeuron Pro can be used to work with people who have had a stroke.
18 January, 2023How Towers of Hanoi Teaches Critical Thinking Skills
The Towers of Hanoi is a well known executive function task that targets working memory, inhibition, and decision making. Our digital adaptation is a user favorite while working on critical thinking skills. In this blog post, we share with you how th
17 October, 2022Impairments in Planning and Inhibition Skills in Severe Mental Illness
Learn about the impact of severe mental illness on planning and inhibition skills.
27 May, 2024Launching Your Own Practice with HappyNeuron Pro: A Comprehensive Guide
How to launch a clinical practice with HappyNeuron Pro and reap the benefits of its features.
08 January, 2024Memory Activities for Occupational Therapists
Let’s explore HappyNeuron Pro memory activities for occupational therapists!
23 July, 2024Natalie Mackenzie – BIS Services
Brain injuries are complex injuries. Heather Condello and her team of occupational therapists at Complex Injury Rehab - The Brain, Spine & Mental Health Clinic understand that. Heather and Ayushi, one of Heather's skilled OTs, sit down with Dustin an
26 May, 2021Occupational Therapy Exercises for Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Occupational therapy can often be helpful to people with ASD. In this article, we'll explore occupational therapy exercises for autism.
22 May, 2023School-Based Telepractice for Occupational Therapy
Administrating and supplying occupational therapy services within a school system is challenging. There are a lot of barriers to overcome that inhibit children from receiving proper care. With the advancement of technology, more and more children are
15 July, 2020Setting Cognitive Goals for the New Year
Clinicians may want to work with clients on setting cognitive goals - these could be anything from feeling happier, to improving their attention or memory.
28 December, 2022Should I Say “Person With Autism” Or “Autistic Person”?
You may have heard different answers concerning the correct way to refer to people within the autistic community. Is the correct term person with autism, or autistic person?
12 June, 2023Strategies for Students with Processing Speed Challenges
Practical strategies to help students with processing speed difficulties
11 September, 2024TBI in Children
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 the head are TBIs, but all TBIs are severe inju
19 August, 2022The Necessity of Cognitive-Vocational Rehabilitation Programs for Mental Health Populations
Adults living with mental illness risk facing unemployment and poverty. Therapists are eager to address the psychological and cognitive needs of clients with severe mental illness in order to help them find employment and live independently. Little r
03 January, 2022The Role of Occupational Therapy for Autism
Learn about occupational therapy for autism
02 August, 2024The Top 6 Executive Function Skills to Work On
Let's break down some of the top executive function skills to work on.
26 June, 2024Tips for Conducting Group Cognitive Therapy
Group cognitive therapy is a great way to help clients with bridging in a supportive environment.
30 June, 2023Tips For Involving Families in Cognitive Rehabilitation
In this article, we'll discuss how and why to involve families in cognitive rehabilitation.
23 June, 2023What are the Cognitive Effects of Autism in Children?
Learn what cognitive effects autism may have in children
08 July, 2024What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?
There are different types of motivation, and understanding them can give us a lot of insight into our own behaviors and emotions, as well as those of patients.
22 February, 2023Why Cleaning and Organizing Are Good For Brain Health
Cleaning and organizing your home can have positive effects on brain health, such as preventing dementia and improving working memory and executive function skills.
26 July, 2023Why Clinicians Should Offer Telehealth in Winter
Why offer telehealth services? In this blog post, we'll explore the reasons why telehealth can be so helpful to patients in the winter.
27 October, 2023Why you should limit the number of exercises available to your patients
When using HappyNeuron Pro, you have the option of limiting cognitive exercises visible to your patient. In fact, this is recommended!
25 January, 2023
[Video] How to Encourage Patients to Complete Cognitive Rehabilitation
As the program lead for research in the Department of Psychiatry at UT Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Deb has been studying psychosis for a while. In this video, she explains how she uses HNPro and what she has learned from the experience. She is
16 April, 2020[Video] Psychosis Research and HappyNeuron Pro
Cognitive rehabilitation programs, such as the NEAR program are being used all around the world. Check out how Debra Bushong, at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, is using HappyNeuron Pro within her psychosis treatment research.
02 July, 2020[Video] TEDTalk – How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across A Lifetime
Dr. Nadine Burke Harris is a Canadian-American pediatrician who assumed the position of Surgeon General of California in 2019. Dr. Harris is known for her work linking adverse childhood experiences to health outcomes. Her work currently focuses on ad
01 February, 2021[Video] TEDTalk – The New Era of Positive Psychology
Professor Seligman has been teaching and studying psychology for many years. This Ted-talk is insightful and informative to anyone who wants to involve positive psychology in their practice.
22 March, 2021[Video] The Surprisingly Dramatic Role of Nutrition in Mental Health
Nutrition is one of the most underlooked factors contributing to mental health well-being. Researchers are beginning to understand the role of the mind-gut connection, and how the food we eat affects our behavior. Nutrition interventions offer promis
01 March, 20213 Cognitive Functions to Focus On With Depression
Depression impacts individuals not only emotionally, but cognitively. Research has shown that people living with depression experience cognitive deficits. They may suffer with executive functioning, memory, attention, and processing speed deficits th
05 March, 20213 Reasons Why You Should Treat Cognition As Part of Depression Therapy
When people are depressed, many seek psychotherapy to work on the emotional symptoms and ailments from their depression. However, people with depression also experience cognitive problems. Common cognitive problems resulting from depression include d
08 March, 20214 Tips for Future Therapists
Students studying to be mental health professionals are in good company. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the field is projected to grow 23% over the course of the next ten years.
07 December, 20225 Things You Didn’t Know About Depression in Men
Both men and women will experience depression at some point in their lifetime, but men experience depression differently than what is included in the current diagnostic criteria. In this blog post, we discuss 5 things that you may not know about depr
10 February, 20216 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 a destination, ke
12 December, 20228 tips for better communication with patients
Research shows that a positive relationship between patient and clinician can improve therapy outcomes. How can clinicians improve communication with patients?
27 February, 20238 tips to help clients with Seasonal Affective Disorder
During the winter months, many people experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). This is a mood condition similar to Depression, but it specifically occurs during a certain time of year, typically the winter.
17 February, 2023A Guide to Interventions for Cognitive Impairment
Explore different types of interventions for cognitive impairment
19 July, 2024Areas Of Cognition to Work On in the New Year
New Year’s resolutions are a great way to enter into a new mindset and achieve goals that improve your life. Why not help your clients set goals to improve their cognition this year? Setting goals together at the beginning of the year could help clie
30 December, 2022Can Gratitude Improve Cognitive Health?
Gratitude is often associated with positive mental and emotional well-being, but can it improve our cognitive health as well?
15 November, 2023Cognitive tips for building new habits
Building habits can help anyone to improve aspects of their life. They can be beneficial for anyone living with a cognitive condition.
03 April, 2023Exploring the Social Benefits of Group Cognitive Therapy
This article explores the social benefits of group cognitive therapy, shedding light on how shared experiences, mutual support, and collective growth can contribute to positive outcomes.
26 January, 2024How a stroke can affect social cognition
The effects of a stroke can vary widely. For some, a stroke can affect social cognition and social behavior.
06 February, 2023How 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 aggression. So
24 February, 2023How Do We Use Reasoning Skills in Daily Life?
Delve into reasoning and its role in our daily routines.
15 May, 2024How Does Depression Affect Memory in Children?
Many children and adolescents experience depression. Symptoms of depression in children and adolescents include behavioral problems in school, changes in eating and sleeping habits, irritability, and lacking interest in things that typically bring jo
12 February, 2021How Does Education Impact Depression?
Did you know that education may protect against memory impairment related to depression in older women? One study in Korea by Lee, Park, & Chey (2018) studied 29 women with less than 6 years of formal education and 49 women with more than 6 years
12 March, 2021How Does Grief Affect Our Cognition?
Grief can be a life-changing experience, and it’s no wonder it can change our brains.
09 June, 2023How Does Memory Impact Executive Functioning?
Explore how memory and executive functioning are interconnected.
05 June, 2024How Does Sunlight Affect Cognition?
You may know that going outdoors has a lot of cognitive benefits. But did you know about how sunlight affects cognition specifically?
05 June, 2023How Does Using Instagram Impact Mood?
In October 2010, a new social media app was launched that allowed users to connect by sharing photos. Fast forward to 2021, with roughly one billion users, Instagram has taken over the internet. The influence of social media has become a large part o
10 December, 2021How schizophrenia affects social cognition
Impairment in social cognition is one of the main components of schizophrenia, and can deeply affect a patient’s ability to interact with the world. In this article, we’ll explore what social cognition is, how schizophrenia affects social cognition,
10 February, 2023How Surprises Impact the Brain
The brain has its own unique way of responding to a surprising event or situation. When the brain wants you to pay attention to something, it will make sure you are aware of it. According to a new study by MIT, one way the brain does this is by sendi
05 October, 2022How Therapy Can Assist Men
All around America, many individuals work through mental illness everyday. The National Institute of Mental Health stated that in 2019, around 20% of Americans dealt with mental illness. This equates to roughly 1 in 5 Americans, or 69.5 million peopl
15 June, 2022How to Enhance Pediatric Care with Digital Cognitive Exercises for Kids
In this article, we will explore how clinicians can effectively use digital cognitive exercises for kids to enhance their overall development and well-being.
20 November, 2023How to Help Clients Step Out of Their Comfort Zone
A vital aspect of a clinician’s work is encouraging clients to stretch beyond their comfort zones.
16 September, 2024How to Help Patients Improve Sustained Attention
You may have patients who struggle with different types of attention. One that proves difficult for many people is maintaining sustained attention. In this article, we'll discuss how to improve sustained attention skills.
03 March, 2023Impairments in Planning and Inhibition Skills in Severe Mental Illness
Learn about the impact of severe mental illness on planning and inhibition skills.
27 May, 2024Launching Your Own Practice with HappyNeuron Pro: A Comprehensive Guide
How to launch a clinical practice with HappyNeuron Pro and reap the benefits of its features.
08 January, 2024Let’s Talk About Post-Stroke Depression
Experiencing a stroke is a major life event. A stroke may cause someone to lose cognitive and physical abilities, such as not being able to communicate or use one side of their body. Depending on where the lesion occurs, some people may experience th
18 August, 2021Missing the Punchline? How Schizophrenia Impacts Humor Comprehension
Schizophrenia causes cognitive problems including impaired attention, processing speed, working memory, language, reasoning, and social cognition. Apart from having a difficult time recognizing emotions in other people and responding appropriately, i
03 October, 2022Setting Cognitive Goals for the New Year
Clinicians may want to work with clients on setting cognitive goals - these could be anything from feeling happier, to improving their attention or memory.
28 December, 2022Should I Say “Person With Autism” Or “Autistic Person”?
You may have heard different answers concerning the correct way to refer to people within the autistic community. Is the correct term person with autism, or autistic person?
12 June, 2023Spiderwebs and the Brain
With October 31st creeping up, we see more and more Halloween décor. Not only are people decorating with carved pumpkins and silly or spooky ghosts, but they are also putting up spiderwebs. Between real and decorative spiderwebs, webs seem to always
18 October, 2021Strategies for Students with Processing Speed Challenges
Practical strategies to help students with processing speed difficulties
11 September, 2024TEDTalk – How Important Relationships Can Decrease Anxiety & Depression
Social connection is a human need. Many people struggle with social connection and are at risk of isolation. Social connection can decrease anxiety and depression, as well as foster improved physical and mental health for people. Dr. Ruddock discusse
15 February, 2021TEDTalk – The Riddle of Experience vs. Memory
Daniel Kahneman explains how memories influence our future. He explains how our memory can influence how we perceive what is going on in the world around us over time. His examples from vacations to colonoscopies make this Tedtalk an enjoyable time.
05 February, 2021The Cognitive Effects of War
What are the long term mental health and cognitive effects of war? What methods can help people work through these experiences and hopefully alleviate symptoms of trauma? We’ll explore these questions in this article, referencing studies that have ex
01 May, 2023The Cognitive Health Benefits of Summer
Learn how summer can boost your brain health!
28 June, 2024The Cognitive Science Behind Brain Fog
What exactly is brain fog, and what does cognitive science tell us about its origins and effects?
28 July, 2023The Psychology of Ghosting
Ghosting has been defined as "the practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication". Once a rare phenomena, ghosting has permeated the dating and social world. About 50% of
23 August, 2019The Top 6 Executive Function Skills to Work On
Let's break down some of the top executive function skills to work on.
26 June, 2024Tips for Conducting Group Cognitive Therapy
Group cognitive therapy is a great way to help clients with bridging in a supportive environment.
30 June, 2023Tips For Involving Families in Cognitive Rehabilitation
In this article, we'll discuss how and why to involve families in cognitive rehabilitation.
23 June, 2023Using Positive Psychology & Telehealth To Improve Mood in Older Adults
Humans need regular social interaction. With older populations, the risk of isolation increases as older adults tend to develop physical disabilities and cognitive impairment. Not being able to have regular social interactions can cause older adults
20 November, 2020Vitamin D for Depression: How to Get More Vitamin D Daily
Depression during the cold winter months is common for northern countries, particularly in the northern United States and Canada. Clinically, low vitamin D levels have been linked to depression. Researchers have found that vitamin D supplementation m
08 February, 2021What are the Cognitive Effects of Autism in Children?
Learn what cognitive effects autism may have in children
08 July, 2024What is Neuroplasticity, and why is it important?
Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to modify connections and change its activity in response to stimuli, basically “re-wiring” itself. So, what does this mean?
09 January, 2023What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?
There are different types of motivation, and understanding them can give us a lot of insight into our own behaviors and emotions, as well as those of patients.
22 February, 2023Where Does Fear Originate In The Brain?
One of the most spellbinding mysteries in psychology and neuroscience is the origin of fear. Fear is an essential emotion that is used to protect ourselves from implicit and explicit danger. For example, we may have an uneasy feeling about a situatio
20 October, 2021Why Cleaning and Organizing Are Good For Brain Health
Cleaning and organizing your home can have positive effects on brain health, such as preventing dementia and improving working memory and executive function skills.
26 July, 2023Why Clinicians Should Offer Telehealth in Winter
Why offer telehealth services? In this blog post, we'll explore the reasons why telehealth can be so helpful to patients in the winter.
27 October, 2023Why you need sugar for a healthy brain
Sugar plays a crucial role in our brain health and cognitive function. However, too much can be detrimental to our health. So let’s break it down. What is the relationship between sugar and brain health, and how much is too much?
13 January, 2023Why you should limit the number of exercises available to your patients
When using HappyNeuron Pro, you have the option of limiting cognitive exercises visible to your patient. In fact, this is recommended!
25 January, 2023Why You Should Provide Cognitive Remediation for Your Client with Major Depressive Disorder
Cognitive remediation therapy is a form of therapy that combines the practice of cognitive skills using digital cognitive therapy tools with hands-on practice that helps the client transfer practiced cognitive skills to the real world. Cognitive reme
19 February, 2021
3 HappyNeuron Pro Exercises For Aphasia
Are you working with people that have aphasia? Here are three HappyNeuron Pro exercises for aphasia that you can use with your clients today!
21 December, 20223 Ways SLPs Are Involved In Alzheimer’s Disease Care
Alzheimer’s disease is a debilitating neurological disease that occurs when plaques build up within the brain tissue. As the disease progresses, cognitive function declines. While SLPs are traditionally thought to work with only speech and language,
16 November, 20204 Things to Know to Create a Successful Speech Therapy Telepractice
Building a successful speech therapy telepractice sounds tough. In Grillo’s 2018 guide Building a Successful Voice Telepractice Program, we found 4 key factors to consider that relate to setting up a speech telepractice that we elaborate upon that ca
22 June, 20208 tips for better communication with patients
Research shows that a positive relationship between patient and clinician can improve therapy outcomes. How can clinicians improve communication with patients?
27 February, 2023A Guide to Interventions for Cognitive Impairment
Explore different types of interventions for cognitive impairment
19 July, 2024Activities to help with stroke recovery
In addition to a healthy diet and exercise, there are many activities that can help someone with stroke recovery. Physical therapy may be necessary for physical recovery, and equally important is exercising the brain. Here are some of the best ways t
23 January, 2023Areas Of Cognition to Work On in the New Year
New Year’s resolutions are a great way to enter into a new mindset and achieve goals that improve your life. Why not help your clients set goals to improve their cognition this year? Setting goals together at the beginning of the year could help clie
30 December, 2022Can AI Provide Communication Assistance to People with Aphasia?
In this blog post, we explore how emerging AI technology could make an impact on the lives of individuals with aphasia.
16 August, 2023Can Intensive Speech & Language Therapy Improve Language in Aphasia Patients Post-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 Broca’s aphasia, where a perso
09 August, 2021Cognitive tips for building new habits
Building habits can help anyone to improve aspects of their life. They can be beneficial for anyone living with a cognitive condition.
03 April, 2023Does it Work? – Telepractice for Adult Speech Therapy
The short answer is yes. But why? Telepractice is the practice of therapeutic services via telephone and or internet communication devices. Worldwide, speech and language pathologists have begun to see the benefits of adapting telepractice servic
11 May, 2020Exploring the Social Benefits of Group Cognitive Therapy
This article explores the social benefits of group cognitive therapy, shedding light on how shared experiences, mutual support, and collective growth can contribute to positive outcomes.
26 January, 2024From Grunts to Words, How Language Works Explained by Gifs
Language is a cognitive skill that we all use to communicate and interact with the world around us. Words are connected in meaningful patterns to form logical sentences or syntax. In this blog post, we outline the three components that makeup and exp
24 June, 2020How a stroke can affect social cognition
The effects of a stroke can vary widely. For some, a stroke can affect social cognition and social behavior.
06 February, 2023How an Aerobic Workout May Help To Improve Neurological Rehabilitation
Aerobic exercise has been studied extensively for its physical, mental, and cognitive health benefits. Of interest is how often physical therapists may prescribe an aerobic exercise regimen for their clients with neurological disorders. The utilizati
20 February, 2022How and Why You Need to Start an Aphasia Support Group
Aphasia is a devastating result of a stroke that can impair a person’s ability to produce and understand language. Aphasia is life-changing, and routine tasks become challenging. Communication is a socially dependent skill and relies heavily on the l
13 May, 2020How Do SLPs help MVA Patients
SLPs are involved in the recovery process of clients with different medical conditions. In acquired brain injury through a motor vehicle accident, damage to the brain may result in trouble speaking due to physical injuries, difficulty swallowing, and
20 September, 2021How Do We Use Reasoning Skills in Daily Life?
Delve into reasoning and its role in our daily routines.
15 May, 2024How Does Aphasia Impact Verbal Memory?
Explore how aphasia impacts verbal memory
17 June, 2024How Does Language Develop in Early Childhood?
Understand the intricacies of how language skills develop.
22 April, 2024How Does Memory Impact Executive Functioning?
Explore how memory and executive functioning are interconnected.
05 June, 2024How Neuroplasticity Works in Stroke Recovery
Learn how neuroplasticity gets to work after a stroke.
12 July, 2024How SLPs Help Stroke Patients with Aphasia
Speech-language pathologists (SLP’s) play a huge role in stroke rehabilitation. Strokes often cause aphasia. Aphasia can present as a loss of language or as having difficulty comprehending speech. SLP’s may help patients with stroke not only speak bu
25 May, 2020How to Enhance Pediatric Care with Digital Cognitive Exercises for Kids
In this article, we will explore how clinicians can effectively use digital cognitive exercises for kids to enhance their overall development and well-being.
20 November, 2023How to Help Clients Step Out of Their Comfort Zone
A vital aspect of a clinician’s work is encouraging clients to stretch beyond their comfort zones.
16 September, 2024Language exercises for patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) typically experience challenges with communication and social skills. Completing language exercises with an SLP is one way to address these challenges.
17 April, 2023Launching Your Own Practice with HappyNeuron Pro: A Comprehensive Guide
How to launch a clinical practice with HappyNeuron Pro and reap the benefits of its features.
08 January, 2024Resources for new SLP graduates
Although you already have a wealth of knowledge from your studies, having additional websites, software, and books for further education and support will always be helpful. With this in mind, here are a few of our favorite resources for new SLP gradu
09 December, 2022Setting Cognitive Goals for the New Year
Clinicians may want to work with clients on setting cognitive goals - these could be anything from feeling happier, to improving their attention or memory.
28 December, 2022Should I Say “Person With Autism” Or “Autistic Person”?
You may have heard different answers concerning the correct way to refer to people within the autistic community. Is the correct term person with autism, or autistic person?
12 June, 2023Should Your Child Read More?
What is the difference between a child who reads for pleasure at home and a child who doesn’t? Recent studies have shown that those who read for pleasure have an increased rate of learning. The British Cohort Study, which followed more than 17,000 pe
16 February, 2022Speech Therapy Exercises for Stroke Patients
This article explores how speech therapy exercises for stroke patients can be utilized, offering a comprehensive approach to recovery.
30 September, 2024The Benefits of Music in Speech Therapy
Music can be a great tool for speech-language pathologists to use with clients.
05 May, 2023The Complex Skill of Language
What is Language? While many complex definitions exist, language is the way that people communicate. In a language, words are connected in meaningful patterns to form logical sentences (syntax). The smallest component of language is a morphe
25 July, 2019The Language of Laughter
Let’s explore how laughter is involved in speech and language.
01 April, 2024The Top 6 Executive Function Skills to Work On
Let's break down some of the top executive function skills to work on.
26 June, 2024Tips for Conducting Group Cognitive Therapy
Group cognitive therapy is a great way to help clients with bridging in a supportive environment.
30 June, 2023Tips For Involving Families in Cognitive Rehabilitation
In this article, we'll discuss how and why to involve families in cognitive rehabilitation.
23 June, 2023What 3 Cognitive Components Should You Work On For Aphasia?
Aphasia is a condition that reflects the loss of language. Depending on the nature of aphasia, a person may have trouble producing and/or understanding language. Some people with aphasia may not understand spoken language but are able to understand w
30 November, 2022What are the Cognitive Effects of Autism in Children?
Learn what cognitive effects autism may have in children
08 July, 2024What are the different types of aphasia?
Aphasia is a language impairment typically caused by a stroke or other brain injury. It can affect both the understanding and production of speech and language.
05 April, 2023What is Aphasia
Experiencing a stroke can result in many different kinds of cognitive conditions. The most well-known condition resulting from a stroke is called aphasia. Aphasia is the loss of language. Aphasia is a condition that can cause someone to not be able
01 June, 2020What is Broca’s Aphasia?
When someone has a stroke on the left side of their brain, they may have difficulty producing speech. This condition is known as Broca's aphasia. Many people encounter those with Broca's aphasia but do not understand what it is. In this blog post, we
04 July, 2022What is childhood aphasia?
In this article, we’ll focus on why childhood aphasia occurs, the different types, and how it may be treated through cognitive therapy.
12 April, 2023What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?
There are different types of motivation, and understanding them can give us a lot of insight into our own behaviors and emotions, as well as those of patients.
22 February, 2023Why Clinicians Should Offer Telehealth in Winter
Why offer telehealth services? In this blog post, we'll explore the reasons why telehealth can be so helpful to patients in the winter.
27 October, 2023Why Mary Ann assigns Home Exercises
Mary Ann has a voluminous amount of information to share for SLPs who work with TBI patients. In this mini segment, she discusses how and why she uses the home exercise feature of HappyNeuron Pro.
05 November, 2021Why you should limit the number of exercises available to your patients
When using HappyNeuron Pro, you have the option of limiting cognitive exercises visible to your patient. In fact, this is recommended!
25 January, 2023
[Video] Concussions and Why You Should Care
Concussions impact all aspects of a child’s life. Kyra’s background in neurotrauma has set her apart in her field. Kyra explains how and why she cares about educating people about concussions. Concussions do impact a child’s ability to learn and Kyr
10 June, 2020[Video] Concussions in the Classroom
This will be the best, most informative 35 minutes of your day. Concussions are more frequent than many people realize. Kyra's 25 years working with TBI has allowed her to experience many different severities and types of concussions. She is well inf
16 September, 2020[Video] Social Goals within Cognitive Remediation
Gregg's insight into how social goals and cognitive functioning are related is valuable to understanding the importance of social cognition within cognitive rehabilitation goals.
06 July, 2020[Video] TEDTalk – Failing at Normal: An ADHD Success Story
Jessica McCabe is an adult who struggled with ADHD as a child into her adulthood. After battling the impacts of ADHD in her own life, she became an ADHD educator to help people living with ADHD as well as parents, friends, teachers, and other peers u
30 April, 2021[Video] TEDTalk – How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across A Lifetime
Dr. Nadine Burke Harris is a Canadian-American pediatrician who assumed the position of Surgeon General of California in 2019. Dr. Harris is known for her work linking adverse childhood experiences to health outcomes. Her work currently focuses on ad
01 February, 2021[Video] TEDTalk – How to live passionately – no matter your age
Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's unique research and medical background makes her Tedtalk extremely insightful. Before she experienced her stroke she was working in a lab that was focused on mapping out the brain. Their goal was to figure out which cells com
26 October, 2020[Video] TEDTalk – The Power of Play
In 1996, Vialet launched Playworks with two schools in Berkeley, California. Currently, the organization brings play and physical activities to children across the country, with offices in 23 cities. With a staff of 700, this year Playworks will reac
07 September, 2020[Video] TEDTalk – Why do our bodies age?
It's a question we all have and Ted Educator Monica Menesini explains it so well. Our average age as humans is set at 90 years old and yet we have some people that celebrate triple-digit birthdays. So what does this all mean for us humans? What facto
25 January, 2021[Video] The Surprisingly Dramatic Role of Nutrition in Mental Health
Nutrition is one of the most underlooked factors contributing to mental health well-being. Researchers are beginning to understand the role of the mind-gut connection, and how the food we eat affects our behavior. Nutrition interventions offer promis
01 March, 2021[Video] What to do When Your Child is Diagnosed as “Fine”
Parents take their children for assessments when their child is thought to have a learning disability. Too often, children are diagnosed as "fine". This diagnosis is troubling as "fine" does not describe the cognitive complications a child may be exp
17 July, 20203 Activities for Bridging
One of the greatest challenges in cognitive rehabilitation therapy is helping your client connect their practice of cognitive skills to their daily life. This is where bridging comes in. Bridging is the process by which therapists and clients work to
25 September, 20203 HappyNeuron Pro Exercises For Aphasia
Are you working with people that have aphasia? Here are three HappyNeuron Pro exercises for aphasia that you can use with your clients today!
21 December, 20223 ways that pets can improve cognitive health for older adults
Whether you’re a cat or a dog person, here’s some good news! A recent study shows that owning pets improve cognitive health for adults over the age of 65.
03 February, 20233 Ways to Help Your Client Manage Holiday Stress
The holiday season can be very stressful for people with and without cognitive impairment alike. Luckily, there are some things that you can do to help your client make their holiday season manageable and enjoyable. In this blog post, we share with y
11 December, 20204 Cognitive Benefits For Kids on Halloween
Halloween: the best day of play each year for kids all across the country. How could kids not love it with dressing up, running around with friends, and candy all involved? With the excitement and stimulation of the holiday, kids' brains are developi
27 October, 20214 Reasons Why Older Adults Should Do Cognitive Training
Many activity directors and nursing home staff seek ways to provide services for their elderly clients. One important service that needs to be offered for elderly people is cognitive training. Cognitive training has been researched for its potential
19 October, 20204 Therapy Approaches to Help Older Adults Manage Their Health
Many older adults live with chronic health conditions. Cognitive training may help older adults develop cognitive skills that they can use to manage their health more independently. Being able to manage personal health can provide older adults a sens
27 January, 20214 Tips for Future Therapists
Students studying to be mental health professionals are in good company. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the field is projected to grow 23% over the course of the next ten years.
07 December, 20225 Benefits of Occupational Therapy for Seniors
Yes, you can! This blog post will tell you why. Telehealth and remote therapy options are becoming increasingly popular as the COVID-19 crisis continues. Seniors are among the most vulnerable people that could face fatal consequences of contracti
23 November, 20205 Fun Group Therapy Activities for the Holidays
Here are some ideas for group therapy activities for the holidays, to get your group talking and learning together about improving cognitive skills!
29 November, 20235 Simple Ways To Boost Your Brain Power
The importance of cognitive flexibility is that it can help adapt our behaviors and thought processes. The COVID-19 pandemic has been hard on everyone, a time that has come with much uncertainty and change. When people face obstacles, cognitive flexi
10 November, 20215 Things to Know About ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is more than just a behavior problem. Research has unveiled that genetic, environmental, and neuropsychological factors impact behaviors associated with the disorder. Here are the 5 most important thing
01 April, 20205 Tips to Date Successfully Over 50
Love doesn’t stop with age. While you may not be in your 20’s anymore, dating when you are older can be even more exciting. Here are 5 tips to date successfully when you are over 50!
02 November, 20205 Ways to Keep Your Brain Healthy
It's an every day task to keep your brain healthy, but it's worth it!
20 September, 20196 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 a destination, ke
12 December, 20227 Myths about Dyslexia
With dyslexia being labeled as a learning disability, there are many misconceptions and myths about dyslexia. With recent research, there is more information and a better understanding of dyslexia than ever before! To better understand and help a lov
24 May, 20218 tips for better communication with patients
Research shows that a positive relationship between patient and clinician can improve therapy outcomes. How can clinicians improve communication with patients?
27 February, 20238 tips to help clients with Seasonal Affective Disorder
During the winter months, many people experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). This is a mood condition similar to Depression, but it specifically occurs during a certain time of year, typically the winter.
17 February, 2023A Guide to Interventions for Cognitive Impairment
Explore different types of interventions for cognitive impairment
19 July, 2024Activities to help with stroke recovery
In addition to a healthy diet and exercise, there are many activities that can help someone with stroke recovery. Physical therapy may be necessary for physical recovery, and equally important is exercising the brain. Here are some of the best ways t
23 January, 2023Anger and Traumatic Brain Injury
Many survivors of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) often deal with feelings of anger and irritability after their injury. For some, these feelings of anger can range from mild to severe, and have been studied across different samples of people. Post-tr
12 August, 2022Are There Differences in Cognition Based on Biological Sex?
The question of whether brains and cognition differ based on biological sex has been a topic of considerable debate and research.
11 October, 2023Areas Of Cognition to Work On in the New Year
New Year’s resolutions are a great way to enter into a new mindset and achieve goals that improve your life. Why not help your clients set goals to improve their cognition this year? Setting goals together at the beginning of the year could help clie
30 December, 2022Can Depression Cause Cognitive Decline?
We know that mental health plays an important role in our physical and cognitive health in the present, but it also may impact us later in life. Depression is a common psychological disorder that everyone will experience at some point in their lifeti
04 February, 2022Can Gratitude Improve Cognitive Health?
Gratitude is often associated with positive mental and emotional well-being, but can it improve our cognitive health as well?
15 November, 2023Can Learning a Complex Skill Make Simpler Tasks Easier?
Therapists must often make important decisions regarding how they spend therapy hours with their clients. This involves choosing the kinds of activities their clients will do and the complexity of the activities. Research has shown that performing co
16 August, 2021Can Playing Chess Improve Brain Health?
In this post, we delve into the cognitive effects of playing chess and shed light on how this ancient game could potentially benefit brain health.
21 July, 2023Can Retiring Early Accelerate Cognitive Decline?
Many people choose to retire early if they have the financial resources to do so. This can be good for us in many ways! However, it’s worth exploring research that tells us something we may not want to hear - that retiring early could potentially acc
02 June, 2023Can Volunteering Boost Brain Health?
In this article, we'll explore how volunteering can be a powerful ally for maintaining brain health.
06 December, 2023Can Yoga Improve Cognitive Function?
Can yoga help to ward off cognitive decline? How does it affect cognition in general?
03 July, 2023Celebrating Lucky Advances in Cognitive Therapy
We’re reflecting on remarkable advances in cognitive therapy, which offer hope and opportunities for individuals facing cognitive challenges.
15 March, 2024Cognitive Strategies for Eating Healthy During the Holidays
The holidays mean it's time for some delicious holiday meals. However, many holiday favorites are loaded with extra sugar, fat, and carbohydrates that can leave us feeling sluggish. While food quantity choices rely on satiation, thirst, and hunger le
18 December, 2020Dementia Care in First Nations Elderly
For years, researchers and medical professionals have studied the outcomes of brain injury care in order to identify critical factors that influence a patient’s recovery. Two such factors that have been examined to contribute to this include race and
13 July, 2022Digital exercises to improve processing speed
Processing speed refers to the amount of time it takes for a person to understand and respond to stimuli around them. Here are a few of the best exercises to improve processing speed.
27 January, 2023Do I Say, “Special Needs” or “Disability”?
This is a question that gets asked often. These terms have felt for years to be interchangeable, but are they? The answer to that is, no. Referring to someone as “special needs, retarded, or slow” is no longer politically correct. The proper
24 April, 2020Does 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?
20 February, 2023Does Teaching Children Sign Language Help With Language Development?
Let's explore the benefits of teaching children sign language.
15 April, 2024Exploring the Social Benefits of Group Cognitive Therapy
This article explores the social benefits of group cognitive therapy, shedding light on how shared experiences, mutual support, and collective growth can contribute to positive outcomes.
26 January, 2024Frustrated Clients? take Natalie’s Advice
We love the work that BIS Services is doing for people in the United Kingdom. We especially love the advice Natalie has for working with patients who often get frustrated. Take a watch and let us know if you're going to try these techniques in the co
02 August, 2021Fun Cognitive Activities for Kids During the Holidays
In this article, we'll explore exciting cognitive activities for kids to enjoy during the holidays, featuring additional worksheet exercises to add a dash of educational holiday fun!
22 December, 2023Helping Kids Build Healthy Habits
Beginning healthy habits as kids may make it easier to continue them as an adult. If you work with kids, you can help shape positive habits!
17 July, 2023Helping Seniors Build Healthy Habits
Helping seniors build healthy habits can help them have a comfortable and happy lifestyle.
22 May, 2023Here’s Why You Should Provide Telehealth Services for Your Elderly Clients
Providing telehealth services for elderly people is becoming a growing clinical interest. Older people have growing service needs and may not be able to access in person services due to health, transportation, and support caretaker availability barri
14 April, 2021How a stroke can affect social cognition
The effects of a stroke can vary widely. For some, a stroke can affect social cognition and social behavior.
06 February, 2023How a Traumatic Brain Injury Can Impact a Student in School
How can we help students with TBIs?
26 February, 2024how Children Perform Differently on Computerized Neurocognitive Assessments
With the advancements of technology, neuropsychological assessments have been adapted to be done on a computer. Neuropsychologists and other clinical providers are interested in the effects of using these computerized neuropsychological assessments a
20 April, 2022How Dancing With The Fireflies Targets Visual Attention
Do you have an eye for detail? If you do and even if you don’t and want to develop one, you can work on your visual attention skills using HappyNeuron Pro’s exercises. One of our most popular visual attention exercises is Dancing with the Fireflies.
28 March, 2022How Digital Tools Can Transform Learning Math
Many children struggle to learn and understand mathematics. Current math instruction focuses on memorizing abstract rules. While knowledge of mathematical concepts is important, many children are not able to grasp these abstract concepts. This is in
01 November, 2019How Do Childrens’ Friendships Impact Their Cognition?
Childrens’ friendships impact not only their social development but also their cognitive development. In fact, researchers have found that there are differences between female-female, male-female, and male-male child friendships on cognition. In this
13 April, 2022How do different environmental conditions impact cognition?
In everyday life, we experience changes in temperature and altitude. Depending on what jobs or hobbies we have, we may be exposed to extreme environmental conditions, such as high altitude. Depending on what environmental conditions we are exposed to
04 March, 2022How Do I Help My Client Make Friends?
Let’s face it, making friends can be super challenging for children and adults. When a person has cognitive impairment, connecting with others can feel like an almost impossible task. Fear not, it is possible to have friends even with cognitive impai
13 July, 2020How Does ADHD Impact Friendships in Children?
ADHD impacts people throughout their lifespan. For children, ADHD can cause a child to have difficulty focusing during class, keeping track of assignments and their due dates, blurt out responses to questions before they have been completed, and talk
21 April, 2021How Does Aphasia Impact Verbal Memory?
Explore how aphasia impacts verbal memory
17 June, 2024How Does Brain Injury Impact American Indian and Alaska Native Children?
For years, researchers and medical professionals have studied the outcomes of brain injury care in order to identify critical factors that influence a patient’s recovery. Two such factors that have been examined to contribute to this include race and
23 September, 2022How Does Cancer Impact Cognition?
In this post, we explore the complex relationship between cancer and cognition and how patients may be able to mitigate the effects.
04 October, 2023How does Cognitive Training Impact Mood?
Natalie MacKenzie, MSc, CPCRT, CBIST, from BIS Services, talked with Dustin about how her patients feel about cognitive training and how it affects their moods. She also explains how she uses our digital tool in her practice to better understand what
19 May, 2021How Does Dyslexia Impact Learning Strategies and Study Approaches in Post-secondary Students?
Dyslexia is a lifelong learning disability. Often diagnosed in childhood, children with dyslexia have substantial difficulty with reading in comparison to their peers. In adulthood, these reading difficulties may persist. Little is known about how dy
14 May, 2021How does laughter affect cognition?
Laughter has an important role in our lives. It often helps to improve mood and can even help relationships last longer. But how does laughter affect cognition specifically? Let’s take a look at the research!
31 March, 2023How Does Mathematics Anxiety Impair Mathematical Abilities?
Society requires us to have adequate ability to perform mathematical calculations. Life events, such as buying a home or even comparing prices of items within a store, require working knowledge of mathematics. In childhood, many children have difficu
25 February, 2022How Does Memory Impact Executive Functioning?
Explore how memory and executive functioning are interconnected.
05 June, 2024How Does Menopause Affect Cognition?
Menopause is known for physical and emotional side effects, however, the impact on cognition is often overlooked.
01 September, 2023How Does Stress Impact Working Memory in Older People?
Older People Are Less Sensitive to the Effects of Stress on Working Memory Than Younger People. Here’s Why. Much research has been conducted on the effects of acute stress on working memory in younger people, but little research has been done on how
21 January, 2021How Does Using Instagram Impact Mood?
In October 2010, a new social media app was launched that allowed users to connect by sharing photos. Fast forward to 2021, with roughly one billion users, Instagram has taken over the internet. The influence of social media has become a large part o
10 December, 2021How Executive Function Shapes Social Cognition
Explore the relationship between executive function and social cognition
19 February, 2024How Low Testosterone Can Affect Cognition
Testosterone is a hormone that plays a significant role in the human body. How do low testosterone levels affect cognition?
08 September, 2023How Menopause May Affect Memory
When a woman reaches her late 40s or 50s, a natural decline in reproductive hormones begins the cycle of menopause. After 12 months without a menstrual cycle, a woman is officially in the state of menopause. During this uncomfortable time many experi
20 July, 2022How Music Rewires the Brain
Music can make us feel strong emotions, but did you know it’s healthy for our brains as well?
24 May, 2023How Neuroplasticity Works in Stroke Recovery
Learn how neuroplasticity gets to work after a stroke.
12 July, 2024How 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.
08 February, 2023How schizophrenia affects social cognition
Impairment in social cognition is one of the main components of schizophrenia, and can deeply affect a patient’s ability to interact with the world. In this article, we’ll explore what social cognition is, how schizophrenia affects social cognition,
10 February, 2023How taking a walk may improve social cognition
Research suggests that physical activity has a strong connection with our social cognition. How much does exercise improve social cognition?
06 March, 2023How Therapy Can Assist Men
All around America, many individuals work through mental illness everyday. The National Institute of Mental Health stated that in 2019, around 20% of Americans dealt with mental illness. This equates to roughly 1 in 5 Americans, or 69.5 million peopl
15 June, 2022How to Care For Your Cognitive Health at Work
As concern for mental health in the workplace has become an increasingly important topic, we should also look at how we can care for our cognitive health at work.
16 June, 2023How to Combat Social Isolation with Cognitive Activities
It may feel bleak to enter 2021 still with social distancing rules and regulations occurring. Many people have been feeling the effects of social isolation as they try and stay safe following local guidelines. To help stimulate your client’s brain, h
15 January, 2021How to encourage student motivation
To help encourage student motivation, try these techniques backed by cognitive science!
04 January, 2023How to Enhance Pediatric Care with Digital Cognitive Exercises for Kids
In this article, we will explore how clinicians can effectively use digital cognitive exercises for kids to enhance their overall development and well-being.
20 November, 2023How to Get Better at Accepting Change: As Told By GIFs
Let’s face it, change can be scary. Children and adults alike have trouble accepting change. However, there are some ways you can make change less scary, and perhaps somewhat more exciting.
07 December, 2020How to Help Clients Regulate Emotions
Here are our tips for helping clients learn how to regulate emotions.
07 February, 2025How to Help Clients Step Out of Their Comfort Zone
A vital aspect of a clinician’s work is encouraging clients to stretch beyond their comfort zones.
16 September, 2024How To Help Kids Practice Language Skills On Halloween With Fun Activities
Halloween is an opportunity for creative communication! We can help kids learn through fun and engaging Halloween language activities.
30 October, 2023How to Help Patients Improve Sustained Attention
You may have patients who struggle with different types of attention. One that proves difficult for many people is maintaining sustained attention. In this article, we'll discuss how to improve sustained attention skills.
03 March, 2023How 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.
16 December, 2022How to Make the Most of Cognitive Therapy
Let's talk about how to make the most of cognitive therapy!
11 October, 2024How to Make the Most of HappyNeuron Cognitive Worksheets
In whatever setting you’re using these worksheets, we want to help you make the most of this resource!
14 October, 2024How to measure short-term goals in cognitive therapy
In rehabilitation and therapy settings, clinicians typically track progress on a regular basis by setting goals with patients. This is helpful in order to see how the patient is progressing in a quantifiable way and to analyze whether the best method
06 January, 2023How to Support a Loved One in Cognitive Therapy
Going through cognitive therapy can be difficult and frustrating for patients, but it can be incredibly rewarding. Supporting a loved one in cognitive therapy can be very helpful in their recovery.
21 June, 2023How to support employees with Autism Spectrum Disorder
If the appropriate considerations and accommodations are made, employees with autism can very often thrive in their jobs.
26 April, 2023How To Use HappyNeuron Pro for Stroke Rehabilitation
You may be wondering what exercises are available for stroke recovery, or how HappyNeuron Pro can be used to work with people who have had a stroke.
18 January, 2023How to Use HappyNeuron Pro for Traumatic Brain Injury
Let's explore how HappyNeuron Pro can be utilized to treat Traumatic Brain Injury.
08 March, 2024How to Work on Attention Skills During the Holidays
Strategies to work on attention during the holidays
18 December, 2024
Tips for Preventing Dementia
Explore these lifestyle factors and tips for preventing dementia
18 February, 2025How to Help Clients Regulate Emotions
Here are our tips for helping clients learn how to regulate emotions.
07 February, 2025How to Work on Attention Skills During the Holidays
Strategies to work on attention during the holidays
18 December, 2024The Secret Superpowers of ADHD
In this article, we’ll explore the hidden strengths that often come with ADHD.
28 October, 2024Strategies for ADHD and Social Skills
Many individuals with ADHD struggle with social cognition, which refers to the ability to perceive, interpret, and respond to social cues.
16 October, 2024How to Make the Most of HappyNeuron Cognitive Worksheets
In whatever setting you’re using these worksheets, we want to help you make the most of this resource!
14 October, 2024How to Make the Most of Cognitive Therapy
Let's talk about how to make the most of cognitive therapy!
11 October, 2024Speech Therapy Exercises for Stroke Patients
This article explores how speech therapy exercises for stroke patients can be utilized, offering a comprehensive approach to recovery.
30 September, 2024How to Help Clients Step Out of Their Comfort Zone
A vital aspect of a clinician’s work is encouraging clients to stretch beyond their comfort zones.
16 September, 2024Strategies for Students with Processing Speed Challenges
Practical strategies to help students with processing speed difficulties
11 September, 2024Why Overcoming Challenges is Good For Cognition
Overcoming challenges is helpful for cognition and the brain!
23 August, 2024The Role of Occupational Therapy for Autism
Learn about occupational therapy for autism
02 August, 2024Memory Activities for Occupational Therapists
Let’s explore HappyNeuron Pro memory activities for occupational therapists!
23 July, 2024A Guide to Interventions for Cognitive Impairment
Explore different types of interventions for cognitive impairment
19 July, 2024How Neuroplasticity Works in Stroke Recovery
Learn how neuroplasticity gets to work after a stroke.
12 July, 2024What are the Cognitive Effects of Autism in Children?
Learn what cognitive effects autism may have in children
08 July, 2024What Are the Cognitive Effects of Autism in Adults?
Learn common cognitive effects of autism in adults
05 July, 2024The Cognitive Health Benefits of Summer
Learn how summer can boost your brain health!
28 June, 2024The Top 6 Executive Function Skills to Work On
Let's break down some of the top executive function skills to work on.
26 June, 2024How Does Aphasia Impact Verbal Memory?
Explore how aphasia impacts verbal memory
17 June, 2024How Does Memory Impact Executive Functioning?
Explore how memory and executive functioning are interconnected.
05 June, 2024Impairments in Planning and Inhibition Skills in Severe Mental Illness
Learn about the impact of severe mental illness on planning and inhibition skills.
27 May, 2024How Do We Use Reasoning Skills in Daily Life?
Delve into reasoning and its role in our daily routines.
15 May, 2024How Does Language Develop in Early Childhood?
Understand the intricacies of how language skills develop.
22 April, 2024Does Teaching Children Sign Language Help With Language Development?
Let's explore the benefits of teaching children sign language.
15 April, 2024The Language of Laughter
Let’s explore how laughter is involved in speech and language.
01 April, 2024Tears Like Spring Rain: Why Crying is Healthy
Let's explore how embracing tears can benefit our mental and cognitive well-being!
25 March, 2024Celebrating Lucky Advances in Cognitive Therapy
We’re reflecting on remarkable advances in cognitive therapy, which offer hope and opportunities for individuals facing cognitive challenges.
15 March, 2024How to Use HappyNeuron Pro for Traumatic Brain Injury
Let's explore how HappyNeuron Pro can be utilized to treat Traumatic Brain Injury.
08 March, 2024How a Traumatic Brain Injury Can Impact a Student in School
How can we help students with TBIs?
26 February, 2024How Executive Function Shapes Social Cognition
Explore the relationship between executive function and social cognition
19 February, 2024The Positive Effects of Social Interaction for Dementia
In this article, we’ll explore the relationship between social interaction and dementia.
07 February, 2024Exploring the Social Benefits of Group Cognitive Therapy
This article explores the social benefits of group cognitive therapy, shedding light on how shared experiences, mutual support, and collective growth can contribute to positive outcomes.
26 January, 2024The Impact of School-Based Cognitive Therapy
Let's explore the role of school-based cognitive therapy, shedding light on how it can contribute to students' overall well-being and scholastic achievements.
22 January, 2024Launching Your Own Practice with HappyNeuron Pro: A Comprehensive Guide
How to launch a clinical practice with HappyNeuron Pro and reap the benefits of its features.
08 January, 2024Fun Cognitive Activities for Kids During the Holidays
In this article, we'll explore exciting cognitive activities for kids to enjoy during the holidays, featuring additional worksheet exercises to add a dash of educational holiday fun!
22 December, 2023Can Volunteering Boost Brain Health?
In this article, we'll explore how volunteering can be a powerful ally for maintaining brain health.
06 December, 20235 Fun Group Therapy Activities for the Holidays
Here are some ideas for group therapy activities for the holidays, to get your group talking and learning together about improving cognitive skills!
29 November, 2023How to Enhance Pediatric Care with Digital Cognitive Exercises for Kids
In this article, we will explore how clinicians can effectively use digital cognitive exercises for kids to enhance their overall development and well-being.
20 November, 2023Can Gratitude Improve Cognitive Health?
Gratitude is often associated with positive mental and emotional well-being, but can it improve our cognitive health as well?
15 November, 2023How To Help Kids Practice Language Skills On Halloween With Fun Activities
Halloween is an opportunity for creative communication! We can help kids learn through fun and engaging Halloween language activities.
30 October, 2023Why Clinicians Should Offer Telehealth in Winter
Why offer telehealth services? In this blog post, we'll explore the reasons why telehealth can be so helpful to patients in the winter.
27 October, 2023Are There Differences in Cognition Based on Biological Sex?
The question of whether brains and cognition differ based on biological sex has been a topic of considerable debate and research.
11 October, 2023How Does Cancer Impact Cognition?
In this post, we explore the complex relationship between cancer and cognition and how patients may be able to mitigate the effects.
04 October, 2023Should I Use Digital Or Paper Cognitive Assessments?
Explore the choice between digital vs. paper assessments
27 September, 2023How Low Testosterone Can Affect Cognition
Testosterone is a hormone that plays a significant role in the human body. How do low testosterone levels affect cognition?
08 September, 2023How Does Menopause Affect Cognition?
Menopause is known for physical and emotional side effects, however, the impact on cognition is often overlooked.
01 September, 2023Can AI Provide Communication Assistance to People with Aphasia?
In this blog post, we explore how emerging AI technology could make an impact on the lives of individuals with aphasia.
16 August, 2023New Possibilities for Brain Repair in MS
Let's look at what’s next for the research into brain repair in MS.
14 August, 2023The Cognitive Science Behind Brain Fog
What exactly is brain fog, and what does cognitive science tell us about its origins and effects?
28 July, 2023Why Cleaning and Organizing Are Good For Brain Health
Cleaning and organizing your home can have positive effects on brain health, such as preventing dementia and improving working memory and executive function skills.
26 July, 2023Can Playing Chess Improve Brain Health?
In this post, we delve into the cognitive effects of playing chess and shed light on how this ancient game could potentially benefit brain health.
21 July, 2023Helping Kids Build Healthy Habits
Beginning healthy habits as kids may make it easier to continue them as an adult. If you work with kids, you can help shape positive habits!
17 July, 2023What Are Microglial Cells and How Do They Impact Cognition?
According to recent research, microglial cells within our brains are unsung heroes of cognitive health.
14 July, 2023Can Yoga Improve Cognitive Function?
Can yoga help to ward off cognitive decline? How does it affect cognition in general?
03 July, 2023Tips for Conducting Group Cognitive Therapy
Group cognitive therapy is a great way to help clients with bridging in a supportive environment.
30 June, 2023Tips For Involving Families in Cognitive Rehabilitation
In this article, we'll discuss how and why to involve families in cognitive rehabilitation.
23 June, 2023How to Support a Loved One in Cognitive Therapy
Going through cognitive therapy can be difficult and frustrating for patients, but it can be incredibly rewarding. Supporting a loved one in cognitive therapy can be very helpful in their recovery.
21 June, 2023How to Care For Your Cognitive Health at Work
As concern for mental health in the workplace has become an increasingly important topic, we should also look at how we can care for our cognitive health at work.
16 June, 2023Should I Say “Person With Autism” Or “Autistic Person”?
You may have heard different answers concerning the correct way to refer to people within the autistic community. Is the correct term person with autism, or autistic person?
12 June, 2023How Does Grief Affect Our Cognition?
Grief can be a life-changing experience, and it’s no wonder it can change our brains.
09 June, 2023How Does Sunlight Affect Cognition?
You may know that going outdoors has a lot of cognitive benefits. But did you know about how sunlight affects cognition specifically?
05 June, 2023Can Retiring Early Accelerate Cognitive Decline?
Many people choose to retire early if they have the financial resources to do so. This can be good for us in many ways! However, it’s worth exploring research that tells us something we may not want to hear - that retiring early could potentially acc
02 June, 2023How Music Rewires the Brain
Music can make us feel strong emotions, but did you know it’s healthy for our brains as well?
24 May, 2023Helping Seniors Build Healthy Habits
Helping seniors build healthy habits can help them have a comfortable and happy lifestyle.
22 May, 2023Occupational Therapy Exercises for Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Occupational therapy can often be helpful to people with ASD. In this article, we'll explore occupational therapy exercises for autism.
22 May, 2023Why We Need Omega-3s for Cognition and Mental Health
What’s the big deal with Omega-3s and cognition? How can we get more Omega-3 in our diets?
12 May, 2023The Benefits of Music in Speech Therapy
Music can be a great tool for speech-language pathologists to use with clients.
05 May, 2023What is the EyeBOX device?
Here at HappyNeuron, we always have an eye out for the latest scientific findings and technology that may be useful to clinicians and their patients. We’re very interested in the EyeBOX device, which is a new tool for assessing concussions.
03 May, 2023The Cognitive Effects of War
What are the long term mental health and cognitive effects of war? What methods can help people work through these experiences and hopefully alleviate symptoms of trauma? We’ll explore these questions in this article, referencing studies that have ex
01 May, 2023How to support employees with Autism Spectrum Disorder
If the appropriate considerations and accommodations are made, employees with autism can very often thrive in their jobs.
26 April, 2023Language exercises for patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) typically experience challenges with communication and social skills. Completing language exercises with an SLP is one way to address these challenges.
17 April, 2023What is childhood aphasia?
In this article, we’ll focus on why childhood aphasia occurs, the different types, and how it may be treated through cognitive therapy.
12 April, 2023What are the different types of aphasia?
Aphasia is a language impairment typically caused by a stroke or other brain injury. It can affect both the understanding and production of speech and language.
05 April, 2023Cognitive tips for building new habits
Building habits can help anyone to improve aspects of their life. They can be beneficial for anyone living with a cognitive condition.
03 April, 2023How does laughter affect cognition?
Laughter has an important role in our lives. It often helps to improve mood and can even help relationships last longer. But how does laughter affect cognition specifically? Let’s take a look at the research!
31 March, 2023How taking a walk may improve social cognition
Research suggests that physical activity has a strong connection with our social cognition. How much does exercise improve social cognition?
06 March, 2023How to Help Patients Improve Sustained Attention
You may have patients who struggle with different types of attention. One that proves difficult for many people is maintaining sustained attention. In this article, we'll discuss how to improve sustained attention skills.
03 March, 20238 tips for better communication with patients
Research shows that a positive relationship between patient and clinician can improve therapy outcomes. How can clinicians improve communication with patients?
27 February, 2023How 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 aggression. So
24 February, 2023What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?
There are different types of motivation, and understanding them can give us a lot of insight into our own behaviors and emotions, as well as those of patients.
22 February, 2023Does 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?
20 February, 20238 tips to help clients with Seasonal Affective Disorder
During the winter months, many people experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). This is a mood condition similar to Depression, but it specifically occurs during a certain time of year, typically the winter.
17 February, 2023How schizophrenia affects social cognition
Impairment in social cognition is one of the main components of schizophrenia, and can deeply affect a patient’s ability to interact with the world. In this article, we’ll explore what social cognition is, how schizophrenia affects social cognition,
10 February, 2023How 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.
08 February, 2023How a stroke can affect social cognition
The effects of a stroke can vary widely. For some, a stroke can affect social cognition and social behavior.
06 February, 20233 ways that pets can improve cognitive health for older adults
Whether you’re a cat or a dog person, here’s some good news! A recent study shows that owning pets improve cognitive health for adults over the age of 65.
03 February, 2023Research shows that cognitive stimulation may alleviate cognitive decline in older adults
More and more research is showing the benefits of cognitive stimulation. A new study shows the benefits of cognitive games in mitigating cognitive decline in older adults.
30 January, 2023Digital exercises to improve processing speed
Processing speed refers to the amount of time it takes for a person to understand and respond to stimuli around them. Here are a few of the best exercises to improve processing speed.
27 January, 2023Why you should limit the number of exercises available to your patients
When using HappyNeuron Pro, you have the option of limiting cognitive exercises visible to your patient. In fact, this is recommended!
25 January, 2023Activities to help with stroke recovery
In addition to a healthy diet and exercise, there are many activities that can help someone with stroke recovery. Physical therapy may be necessary for physical recovery, and equally important is exercising the brain. Here are some of the best ways t
23 January, 2023How To Use HappyNeuron Pro for Stroke Rehabilitation
You may be wondering what exercises are available for stroke recovery, or how HappyNeuron Pro can be used to work with people who have had a stroke.
18 January, 2023Why you need sugar for a healthy brain
Sugar plays a crucial role in our brain health and cognitive function. However, too much can be detrimental to our health. So let’s break it down. What is the relationship between sugar and brain health, and how much is too much?
13 January, 2023What is Neuroplasticity, and why is it important?
Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to modify connections and change its activity in response to stimuli, basically “re-wiring” itself. So, what does this mean?
09 January, 2023How to measure short-term goals in cognitive therapy
In rehabilitation and therapy settings, clinicians typically track progress on a regular basis by setting goals with patients. This is helpful in order to see how the patient is progressing in a quantifiable way and to analyze whether the best method
06 January, 2023How to encourage student motivation
To help encourage student motivation, try these techniques backed by cognitive science!
04 January, 2023Areas Of Cognition to Work On in the New Year
New Year’s resolutions are a great way to enter into a new mindset and achieve goals that improve your life. Why not help your clients set goals to improve their cognition this year? Setting goals together at the beginning of the year could help clie
30 December, 2022Setting Cognitive Goals for the New Year
Clinicians may want to work with clients on setting cognitive goals - these could be anything from feeling happier, to improving their attention or memory.
28 December, 2022The Key Differences Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s
There is a common misconception that dementia and Alzheimer’s are two separate conditions, however this isn’t exactly the case.
23 December, 20223 HappyNeuron Pro Exercises For Aphasia
Are you working with people that have aphasia? Here are three HappyNeuron Pro exercises for aphasia that you can use with your clients today!
21 December, 2022How 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.
16 December, 20226 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 a destination, ke
12 December, 2022Resources for new SLP graduates
Although you already have a wealth of knowledge from your studies, having additional websites, software, and books for further education and support will always be helpful. With this in mind, here are a few of our favorite resources for new SLP gradu
09 December, 20224 Tips for Future Therapists
Students studying to be mental health professionals are in good company. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the field is projected to grow 23% over the course of the next ten years.
07 December, 2022What 3 Cognitive Components Should You Work On For Aphasia?
Aphasia is a condition that reflects the loss of language. Depending on the nature of aphasia, a person may have trouble producing and/or understanding language. Some people with aphasia may not understand spoken language but are able to understand w
30 November, 2022How Towers of Hanoi Teaches Critical Thinking Skills
The Towers of Hanoi is a well known executive function task that targets working memory, inhibition, and decision making. Our digital adaptation is a user favorite while working on critical thinking skills. In this blog post, we share with you how th
17 October, 2022The Online Brain: How the Internet Changes Our Cognition
How does the internet change our cognition?
10 October, 2022How Surprises Impact the Brain
The brain has its own unique way of responding to a surprising event or situation. When the brain wants you to pay attention to something, it will make sure you are aware of it. According to a new study by MIT, one way the brain does this is by sendi
05 October, 2022Missing the Punchline? How Schizophrenia Impacts Humor Comprehension
Schizophrenia causes cognitive problems including impaired attention, processing speed, working memory, language, reasoning, and social cognition. Apart from having a difficult time recognizing emotions in other people and responding appropriately, i
03 October, 2022How Does Brain Injury Impact American Indian and Alaska Native Children?
For years, researchers and medical professionals have studied the outcomes of brain injury care in order to identify critical factors that influence a patient’s recovery. Two such factors that have been examined to contribute to this include race and
23 September, 2022Cognitive Impairment Associated With Cancer
For many patients with cancer or are in remission, cognitive impairment is frequently a complaint. In a national cross sectional study, it was reported that a history of cancer was associated with a 40% chance of an increased amount of memory issues.
05 September, 2022TBI in Children
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 the head are TBIs, but all TBIs are severe inju
19 August, 2022Gender Differences in TBI
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can be very detrimental to one’s health and wellbeing. Brain injury commonly causes individuals to have cognitive, mental health, and physical complications. TBIs can be caused by contact sports injuries, motor vehicle
15 August, 2022Anger and Traumatic Brain Injury
Many survivors of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) often deal with feelings of anger and irritability after their injury. For some, these feelings of anger can range from mild to severe, and have been studied across different samples of people. Post-tr
12 August, 2022Older Individuals May Find Peace Among Greenery
For many people, being around “green space”, such as grass, plants, forests, and more, is just a factor of their everyday life. However, recent studies have shown that greenery exposure may benefit middle-aged individuals.
27 July, 2022How Menopause May Affect Memory
When a woman reaches her late 40s or 50s, a natural decline in reproductive hormones begins the cycle of menopause. After 12 months without a menstrual cycle, a woman is officially in the state of menopause. During this uncomfortable time many experi
20 July, 2022Dementia Care in First Nations Elderly
For years, researchers and medical professionals have studied the outcomes of brain injury care in order to identify critical factors that influence a patient’s recovery. Two such factors that have been examined to contribute to this include race and
13 July, 2022What Is The Connection Between Hearing And Cognitive Decline?
While hearing loss limits one’s ability to hear sounds coming from the environment, it may also contribute to cognitive decline and auditory processing.
08 July, 2022Working with Aphasia? How Bird Songs Can Help!
Aphasia is a common disorder resulting from a stroke that impairs a person’s ability to produce and understand language. Speech therapists often work with a person on verbal fluency and verbal memory skills. These elements are critical cognitive func
06 July, 2022What is Broca’s Aphasia?
When someone has a stroke on the left side of their brain, they may have difficulty producing speech. This condition is known as Broca's aphasia. Many people encounter those with Broca's aphasia but do not understand what it is. In this blog post, we
04 July, 2022How Therapy Can Assist Men
All around America, many individuals work through mental illness everyday. The National Institute of Mental Health stated that in 2019, around 20% of Americans dealt with mental illness. This equates to roughly 1 in 5 Americans, or 69.5 million peopl
15 June, 2022Severe COVID-19 may result in premature aging in recovered patients
Over the past two years, researchers are uncovering how COVID-19 impacts various organ systems. One organ affected by COVID-19 is the brain, with severe patients displaying neuropsychiatric problems. Recently, researchers have found that severe COVID
25 April, 2022how Children Perform Differently on Computerized Neurocognitive Assessments
With the advancements of technology, neuropsychological assessments have been adapted to be done on a computer. Neuropsychologists and other clinical providers are interested in the effects of using these computerized neuropsychological assessments a
20 April, 2022How Do Childrens’ Friendships Impact Their Cognition?
Childrens’ friendships impact not only their social development but also their cognitive development. In fact, researchers have found that there are differences between female-female, male-female, and male-male child friendships on cognition. In this
13 April, 2022How Dancing With The Fireflies Targets Visual Attention
Do you have an eye for detail? If you do and even if you don’t and want to develop one, you can work on your visual attention skills using HappyNeuron Pro’s exercises. One of our most popular visual attention exercises is Dancing with the Fireflies.
28 March, 2022How do different environmental conditions impact cognition?
In everyday life, we experience changes in temperature and altitude. Depending on what jobs or hobbies we have, we may be exposed to extreme environmental conditions, such as high altitude. Depending on what environmental conditions we are exposed to
04 March, 2022How Does Mathematics Anxiety Impair Mathematical Abilities?
Society requires us to have adequate ability to perform mathematical calculations. Life events, such as buying a home or even comparing prices of items within a store, require working knowledge of mathematics. In childhood, many children have difficu
25 February, 2022How an Aerobic Workout May Help To Improve Neurological Rehabilitation
Aerobic exercise has been studied extensively for its physical, mental, and cognitive health benefits. Of interest is how often physical therapists may prescribe an aerobic exercise regimen for their clients with neurological disorders. The utilizati
20 February, 2022Should Your Child Read More?
What is the difference between a child who reads for pleasure at home and a child who doesn’t? Recent studies have shown that those who read for pleasure have an increased rate of learning. The British Cohort Study, which followed more than 17,000 pe
16 February, 2022Can Depression Cause Cognitive Decline?
We know that mental health plays an important role in our physical and cognitive health in the present, but it also may impact us later in life. Depression is a common psychological disorder that everyone will experience at some point in their lifeti
04 February, 2022What Are Concussions?
Many people have known someone who has or has personally experienced a concussion. Concussions are prevalent, but people often do not know what exactly they are. In this blog post, we discuss what concussions are and what can be done about them.
02 February, 2022The Necessity of Cognitive-Vocational Rehabilitation Programs for Mental Health Populations
Adults living with mental illness risk facing unemployment and poverty. Therapists are eager to address the psychological and cognitive needs of clients with severe mental illness in order to help them find employment and live independently. Little r
03 January, 2022Cognitive Rehabilitation of Memory Problems in Patients with Epilepsy
If you live in the northern hemisphere, you are probably familiar with the drastic change of seasons. With the switch from the summer to the fall comes not only cooler weather, but less daily sunlight. This may cause people to experience seasonal aff
27 December, 2021How Does Using Instagram Impact Mood?
In October 2010, a new social media app was launched that allowed users to connect by sharing photos. Fast forward to 2021, with roughly one billion users, Instagram has taken over the internet. The influence of social media has become a large part o
10 December, 2021The Importance of Praise in Parenting a Child with ADHD
Many experts including Dr. William Dodson estimate that children with ADHD on average receive 20,000 more negative messages than other children. The importance of giving praise can’t be overestimated. Kids with ADHD need our feedback to be motivati
19 November, 20215 Simple Ways To Boost Your Brain Power
The importance of cognitive flexibility is that it can help adapt our behaviors and thought processes. The COVID-19 pandemic has been hard on everyone, a time that has come with much uncertainty and change. When people face obstacles, cognitive flexi
10 November, 2021Why Mary Ann assigns Home Exercises
Mary Ann has a voluminous amount of information to share for SLPs who work with TBI patients. In this mini segment, she discusses how and why she uses the home exercise feature of HappyNeuron Pro.
05 November, 2021What Is Neurotherapy?
Many people hear the word Neurotherapy but have no idea what exactly it is. In this blog post, we discuss what Neurotherapy is and why it may interest you.
05 November, 2021Why Cognitive Flexibility Is Crucial & How Can People Improve It?
The term “cognitive flexibility” is often said to be an important part of understanding our thoughts and emotions, but what does it even mean? Simply put, it is a set of cognitive abilities including creativity, imagination, and curiosity, that work
01 November, 20214 Cognitive Benefits For Kids on Halloween
Halloween: the best day of play each year for kids all across the country. How could kids not love it with dressing up, running around with friends, and candy all involved? With the excitement and stimulation of the holiday, kids' brains are developi
27 October, 2021Where Does Fear Originate In The Brain?
One of the most spellbinding mysteries in psychology and neuroscience is the origin of fear. Fear is an essential emotion that is used to protect ourselves from implicit and explicit danger. For example, we may have an uneasy feeling about a situatio
20 October, 2021Spiderwebs and the Brain
With October 31st creeping up, we see more and more Halloween décor. Not only are people decorating with carved pumpkins and silly or spooky ghosts, but they are also putting up spiderwebs. Between real and decorative spiderwebs, webs seem to always
18 October, 2021How Vision Loss Can Affect the Brain
It is no surprise that vision loss is a part of aging. Years of evidence show that with growing age, the brain works harder to see. Recent evidence suggests that along with a decline in vision comes a decline in other cognitive functions such as lang
29 September, 2021Tedtalk – The Benefits of a Good Night’s Sleep
Have you ever heard the phrase “sleep on it” and wondered to yourself will sleep truly help? In Shai Marcus TedTalk original lesson, he explains the scientific evidence that sleeping on it really works. Through a good night's sleep, memory consolidat
27 September, 2021How Do SLPs help MVA Patients
SLPs are involved in the recovery process of clients with different medical conditions. In acquired brain injury through a motor vehicle accident, damage to the brain may result in trouble speaking due to physical injuries, difficulty swallowing, and
20 September, 2021Who Drives faster, older men or older women?
Driving allows us to get to and from many places. As people age, they may experience cognitive decline, which can impact their ability to drive. Driving safety is of the utmost importance, as safe driving protects the driver themself but also other d
03 September, 2021What Factors Influence Return To Work After a Motor Vehicle Accident?
Motor vehicle accidents are a common cause of brain injury in teens and adults. A common concern of patients who have experienced a brain injury is their ability to live independently. Part of being able to live independently involves being able to w
01 September, 2021Let’s Talk About Post-Stroke Depression
Experiencing a stroke is a major life event. A stroke may cause someone to lose cognitive and physical abilities, such as not being able to communicate or use one side of their body. Depending on where the lesion occurs, some people may experience th
18 August, 2021Can Learning a Complex Skill Make Simpler Tasks Easier?
Therapists must often make important decisions regarding how they spend therapy hours with their clients. This involves choosing the kinds of activities their clients will do and the complexity of the activities. Research has shown that performing co
16 August, 2021Can Intensive Speech & Language Therapy Improve Language in Aphasia Patients Post-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 Broca’s aphasia, where a perso
09 August, 2021Frustrated Clients? take Natalie’s Advice
We love the work that BIS Services is doing for people in the United Kingdom. We especially love the advice Natalie has for working with patients who often get frustrated. Take a watch and let us know if you're going to try these techniques in the co
02 August, 2021Expert Advice – ADHD + TBI ?
Natalie is back with some expert advice about how to work with patients who have both ADHD and a TBI. If you love this video you MUST check out her entire interview found in the expert interviews today!
07 July, 2021The Three Components of Working 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 a conversation with a friend, and when
30 June, 2021The Impact of COVID-19 On Cognition
The COVID-19 pandemic brought about new challenges across all components of the medical field. Clinical providers are learning about how COVID-19 has impacted the brain in survivors. Severe cases of COVID-19 have resulted in neuropsychological impair
14 June, 2021Swimming as a Positive Moderator of Cognitive 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 to exe
07 June, 2021The Effect of Aerobic Exercise on Cognition, Academic Achievement, and Psychosocial Function in Children
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 which in t
01 June, 2021[Video] BIS Services – Going Digital During Covid
Natalie Mackenize has been working in Cognitive Rehabilitation since 2004. She holds a master's degree in Cognitive Neuropsychology, is a certified brain injury specialist, accredited Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapist, a Hypnotherapist, and is the o
26 May, 2021Natalie Mackenzie – BIS Services
Brain injuries are complex injuries. Heather Condello and her team of occupational therapists at Complex Injury Rehab - The Brain, Spine & Mental Health Clinic understand that. Heather and Ayushi, one of Heather's skilled OTs, sit down with Dustin an
26 May, 2021Expert Interview – Natalie Mackenzie
The day has finally arrived. This interview with Natalie is AMAZING! If you work in cognitive rehabilitation from TBIs this is a video you most definitely should like. Natalie Mackenzie has been working in Cognitive Rehabilitation since 2004. She ho
26 May, 20217 Myths about Dyslexia
With dyslexia being labeled as a learning disability, there are many misconceptions and myths about dyslexia. With recent research, there is more information and a better understanding of dyslexia than ever before! To better understand and help a lov
24 May, 2021How does Cognitive Training Impact Mood?
Natalie MacKenzie, MSc, CPCRT, CBIST, from BIS Services, talked with Dustin about how her patients feel about cognitive training and how it affects their moods. She also explains how she uses our digital tool in her practice to better understand what
19 May, 2021The Neurobiology of Reading
Reading is a complex cognitive process that involves a network of connections throughout the entire brain. Oftentimes, educators overlook the neurobiology of cognitive skills required for activities such as reading. Understanding the neurobiology of
17 May, 2021How Does Dyslexia Impact Learning Strategies and Study Approaches in Post-secondary Students?
Dyslexia is a lifelong learning disability. Often diagnosed in childhood, children with dyslexia have substantial difficulty with reading in comparison to their peers. In adulthood, these reading difficulties may persist. Little is known about how dy
14 May, 2021What is a Dyslexic Brain?
Dyslexia is classified as a learning disability that affects an individual’s ability to read, spell, write, and speak. It is often known for causing poor reading skills. A key sign of dyslexia is trouble decoding words (matching letters to sounds) an
07 May, 2021What is Neurogenesis?
Our brains are made of billions of cells. During development, stem cells receive signals from the outside environment that determine which kind of cell it will become within our brains. Sometimes, stem cells develop into neurons through a process cal
05 May, 2021An OT that went Digital
Dustin and Natalie met right before the shutdown. Since then, Natalie started to use HappyNeuron, and her clients are thrilled about it. In this snippet, she explains how they felt and their reactions when they were introduced to HappyNeuron Pro.
03 May, 2021[Video] TEDTalk – Failing at Normal: An ADHD Success Story
Jessica McCabe is an adult who struggled with ADHD as a child into her adulthood. After battling the impacts of ADHD in her own life, she became an ADHD educator to help people living with ADHD as well as parents, friends, teachers, and other peers u
30 April, 2021Why Some Children Struggle to Learn Fractions
Learning fractions is an important mathematical skill. We use fractions in professions such as life sciences and auto-mechanics, as well as everyday life for quantifying parts of a whole. However, many elementary and middle school-aged children have
26 April, 2021How Does ADHD Impact Friendships in Children?
ADHD impacts people throughout their lifespan. For children, ADHD can cause a child to have difficulty focusing during class, keeping track of assignments and their due dates, blurt out responses to questions before they have been completed, and talk
21 April, 2021Here’s Why You Should Provide Telehealth Services for Your Elderly Clients
Providing telehealth services for elderly people is becoming a growing clinical interest. Older people have growing service needs and may not be able to access in person services due to health, transportation, and support caretaker availability barri
14 April, 2021[Video] TEDTalk – An Occupational Therapist’s Role in Person-Centered Design
Rebecca Langbein is pursuing her clinical doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OT) at Thomas Jefferson University. Like many OTs, Rebecca is constantly learning about how OT practitioners can empower their clients and communities by combining occupatio
12 April, 2021[Video] Complex Brain Injury Rehab – Remote and In-home Occupational Therapy
Brain injuries are complex injuries. Heather Condello and her team of occupational therapists, including Ayushi Dhingra, understand that. Heather and Ayushi discuss how they approach brain injury and redefine occupational therapy to help their client
04 April, 2021What Are The Long-Term Effects of Cognitive Training in Older Adults?
Researchers and managed care professionals are very interested in the long-term effects of cognitive training in older adults. Older adults seek out ways to improve their cognitive functioning in regards to working memory, processing speed, language
24 March, 2021[Video] TEDTalk – The New Era of Positive Psychology
Professor Seligman has been teaching and studying psychology for many years. This Ted-talk is insightful and informative to anyone who wants to involve positive psychology in their practice.
22 March, 2021How Does Education Impact Depression?
Did you know that education may protect against memory impairment related to depression in older women? One study in Korea by Lee, Park, & Chey (2018) studied 29 women with less than 6 years of formal education and 49 women with more than 6 years
12 March, 20213 Reasons Why You Should Treat Cognition As Part of Depression Therapy
When people are depressed, many seek psychotherapy to work on the emotional symptoms and ailments from their depression. However, people with depression also experience cognitive problems. Common cognitive problems resulting from depression include d
08 March, 20213 Cognitive Functions to Focus On With Depression
Depression impacts individuals not only emotionally, but cognitively. Research has shown that people living with depression experience cognitive deficits. They may suffer with executive functioning, memory, attention, and processing speed deficits th
05 March, 2021[Video] The Surprisingly Dramatic Role of Nutrition in Mental Health
Nutrition is one of the most underlooked factors contributing to mental health well-being. Researchers are beginning to understand the role of the mind-gut connection, and how the food we eat affects our behavior. Nutrition interventions offer promis
01 March, 2021Why You Should Provide Cognitive Remediation for Your Client with Major Depressive Disorder
Cognitive remediation therapy is a form of therapy that combines the practice of cognitive skills using digital cognitive therapy tools with hands-on practice that helps the client transfer practiced cognitive skills to the real world. Cognitive reme
19 February, 2021TEDTalk – How Important Relationships Can Decrease Anxiety & Depression
Social connection is a human need. Many people struggle with social connection and are at risk of isolation. Social connection can decrease anxiety and depression, as well as foster improved physical and mental health for people. Dr. Ruddock discusse
15 February, 2021How Does Depression Affect Memory in Children?
Many children and adolescents experience depression. Symptoms of depression in children and adolescents include behavioral problems in school, changes in eating and sleeping habits, irritability, and lacking interest in things that typically bring jo
12 February, 20215 Things You Didn’t Know About Depression in Men
Both men and women will experience depression at some point in their lifetime, but men experience depression differently than what is included in the current diagnostic criteria. In this blog post, we discuss 5 things that you may not know about depr
10 February, 2021Vitamin D for Depression: How to Get More Vitamin D Daily
Depression during the cold winter months is common for northern countries, particularly in the northern United States and Canada. Clinically, low vitamin D levels have been linked to depression. Researchers have found that vitamin D supplementation m
08 February, 2021TEDTalk – The Riddle of Experience vs. Memory
Daniel Kahneman explains how memories influence our future. He explains how our memory can influence how we perceive what is going on in the world around us over time. His examples from vacations to colonoscopies make this Tedtalk an enjoyable time.
05 February, 2021[Video] TEDTalk – How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across A Lifetime
Dr. Nadine Burke Harris is a Canadian-American pediatrician who assumed the position of Surgeon General of California in 2019. Dr. Harris is known for her work linking adverse childhood experiences to health outcomes. Her work currently focuses on ad
01 February, 20214 Therapy Approaches to Help Older Adults Manage Their Health
Many older adults live with chronic health conditions. Cognitive training may help older adults develop cognitive skills that they can use to manage their health more independently. Being able to manage personal health can provide older adults a sens
27 January, 2021[Video] TEDTalk – Why do our bodies age?
It's a question we all have and Ted Educator Monica Menesini explains it so well. Our average age as humans is set at 90 years old and yet we have some people that celebrate triple-digit birthdays. So what does this all mean for us humans? What facto
25 January, 2021How Does Stress Impact Working Memory in Older People?
Older People Are Less Sensitive to the Effects of Stress on Working Memory Than Younger People. Here’s Why. Much research has been conducted on the effects of acute stress on working memory in younger people, but little research has been done on how
21 January, 2021Improving Older Adults’ Mood with Food
The role of nutrition on brain health is a growing area of research. In elderly people, little research has been conducted on dietary patterns. But that doesn’t mean the dietary patterns from younger individuals cannot be implemented into older adult
18 January, 2021How to Combat Social Isolation with Cognitive Activities
It may feel bleak to enter 2021 still with social distancing rules and regulations occurring. Many people have been feeling the effects of social isolation as they try and stay safe following local guidelines. To help stimulate your client’s brain, h
15 January, 2021Cognitive Strategies for Eating Healthy During the Holidays
The holidays mean it's time for some delicious holiday meals. However, many holiday favorites are loaded with extra sugar, fat, and carbohydrates that can leave us feeling sluggish. While food quantity choices rely on satiation, thirst, and hunger le
18 December, 20203 Ways to Help Your Client Manage Holiday Stress
The holiday season can be very stressful for people with and without cognitive impairment alike. Luckily, there are some things that you can do to help your client make their holiday season manageable and enjoyable. In this blog post, we share with y
11 December, 2020How to Get Better at Accepting Change: As Told By GIFs
Let’s face it, change can be scary. Children and adults alike have trouble accepting change. However, there are some ways you can make change less scary, and perhaps somewhat more exciting.
07 December, 20205 Benefits of Occupational Therapy for Seniors
Yes, you can! This blog post will tell you why. Telehealth and remote therapy options are becoming increasingly popular as the COVID-19 crisis continues. Seniors are among the most vulnerable people that could face fatal consequences of contracti
23 November, 2020Using Positive Psychology & Telehealth To Improve Mood in Older Adults
Humans need regular social interaction. With older populations, the risk of isolation increases as older adults tend to develop physical disabilities and cognitive impairment. Not being able to have regular social interactions can cause older adults
20 November, 20203 Ways SLPs Are Involved In Alzheimer’s Disease Care
Alzheimer’s disease is a debilitating neurological disease that occurs when plaques build up within the brain tissue. As the disease progresses, cognitive function declines. While SLPs are traditionally thought to work with only speech and language,
16 November, 2020Cognitive Stimulation Therapy for Dementia from an Occupational Therapist Lens
Occupational therapists are instrumental in the care of people living with dementia.Occupational therapists have a holistic understanding of how cognitive functioning impacts activities of daily living. They can provide cognitive stimulation therapy
11 November, 20205 Tips to Date Successfully Over 50
Love doesn’t stop with age. While you may not be in your 20’s anymore, dating when you are older can be even more exciting. Here are 5 tips to date successfully when you are over 50!
02 November, 2020[Video] TEDTalk – How to live passionately – no matter your age
Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's unique research and medical background makes her Tedtalk extremely insightful. Before she experienced her stroke she was working in a lab that was focused on mapping out the brain. Their goal was to figure out which cells com
26 October, 20204 Reasons Why Older Adults Should Do Cognitive Training
Many activity directors and nursing home staff seek ways to provide services for their elderly clients. One important service that needs to be offered for elderly people is cognitive training. Cognitive training has been researched for its potential
19 October, 20203 Activities for Bridging
One of the greatest challenges in cognitive rehabilitation therapy is helping your client connect their practice of cognitive skills to their daily life. This is where bridging comes in. Bridging is the process by which therapists and clients work to
25 September, 2020[Video] Concussions in the Classroom
This will be the best, most informative 35 minutes of your day. Concussions are more frequent than many people realize. Kyra's 25 years working with TBI has allowed her to experience many different severities and types of concussions. She is well inf
16 September, 2020[Video] TEDTalk – The Power of Play
In 1996, Vialet launched Playworks with two schools in Berkeley, California. Currently, the organization brings play and physical activities to children across the country, with offices in 23 cities. With a staff of 700, this year Playworks will reac
07 September, 2020How Legos can be a Cognitive Therapy Tool
‘Lego Therapy’ uses Legos to provide cognitive and emotional stimulation for people with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Using Legos, she carves out roles for each of her clients to fulfill: manager, supplier, and builder. Using these roles, Kitty
03 September, 2020How to Help Your Client Get Back to Work
Many people that experience a stroke, brain injury, or episode of psychosis have resulting cognitive complications. Many clients who have had a neurological accident or a psychotic episode can become unemployed and have trouble re-entering the workfo
17 August, 2020[Video] What to do When Your Child is Diagnosed as “Fine”
Parents take their children for assessments when their child is thought to have a learning disability. Too often, children are diagnosed as "fine". This diagnosis is troubling as "fine" does not describe the cognitive complications a child may be exp
17 July, 2020School-Based Telepractice for Occupational Therapy
Administrating and supplying occupational therapy services within a school system is challenging. There are a lot of barriers to overcome that inhibit children from receiving proper care. With the advancement of technology, more and more children are
15 July, 2020How Do I Help My Client Make Friends?
Let’s face it, making friends can be super challenging for children and adults. When a person has cognitive impairment, connecting with others can feel like an almost impossible task. Fear not, it is possible to have friends even with cognitive impai
13 July, 2020[Video] Social Goals within Cognitive Remediation
Gregg's insight into how social goals and cognitive functioning are related is valuable to understanding the importance of social cognition within cognitive rehabilitation goals.
06 July, 2020[Video] Psychosis Research and HappyNeuron Pro
Cognitive rehabilitation programs, such as the NEAR program are being used all around the world. Check out how Debra Bushong, at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, is using HappyNeuron Pro within her psychosis treatment research.
02 July, 2020How Apraxia Ruins Morning Coffee
Did you know that damage to a person’s left hemisphere can change how they make coffee? Damage to the left hemisphere can cause a person to forget how to use a coffee machine, or even pick up a coffee cup. This cognitive problem is called apraxia.
01 July, 2020From Grunts to Words, How Language Works Explained by Gifs
Language is a cognitive skill that we all use to communicate and interact with the world around us. Words are connected in meaningful patterns to form logical sentences or syntax. In this blog post, we outline the three components that makeup and exp
24 June, 20204 Things to Know to Create a Successful Speech Therapy Telepractice
Building a successful speech therapy telepractice sounds tough. In Grillo’s 2018 guide Building a Successful Voice Telepractice Program, we found 4 key factors to consider that relate to setting up a speech telepractice that we elaborate upon that ca
22 June, 2020[Video] Concussions and Why You Should Care
Concussions impact all aspects of a child’s life. Kyra’s background in neurotrauma has set her apart in her field. Kyra explains how and why she cares about educating people about concussions. Concussions do impact a child’s ability to learn and Kyr
10 June, 2020What is Aphasia
Experiencing a stroke can result in many different kinds of cognitive conditions. The most well-known condition resulting from a stroke is called aphasia. Aphasia is the loss of language. Aphasia is a condition that can cause someone to not be able
01 June, 2020How SLPs Help Stroke Patients with Aphasia
Speech-language pathologists (SLP’s) play a huge role in stroke rehabilitation. Strokes often cause aphasia. Aphasia can present as a loss of language or as having difficulty comprehending speech. SLP’s may help patients with stroke not only speak bu
25 May, 20203 Questions Answered About Telehealth for Occupational Therapy
Who Benefits From Telehealth Occupational Therapy? People who may have experienced injuries such as a stroke, a brain injury, feeding disorders, upper extremity limb loss, and other neurological conditions have seen positive results from telehealth.
15 May, 2020How and Why You Need to Start an Aphasia Support Group
Aphasia is a devastating result of a stroke that can impair a person’s ability to produce and understand language. Aphasia is life-changing, and routine tasks become challenging. Communication is a socially dependent skill and relies heavily on the l
13 May, 2020Does it Work? – Telepractice for Adult Speech Therapy
The short answer is yes. But why? Telepractice is the practice of therapeutic services via telephone and or internet communication devices. Worldwide, speech and language pathologists have begun to see the benefits of adapting telepractice servic
11 May, 2020What is an eHelper?
An eHelper is a person who serves as a facilitator for telepractice delivered therapy. The eHelper serves to eliminate the barriers that inhibit a student from receiving therapy by facilitating the connection between a student and a therapist. eHelp
07 May, 2020Do I Say, “Special Needs” or “Disability”?
This is a question that gets asked often. These terms have felt for years to be interchangeable, but are they? The answer to that is, no. Referring to someone as “special needs, retarded, or slow” is no longer politically correct. The proper
24 April, 2020What is an Intellectual Disability?
Before diving deep into what is an intellectual disability, it is best to explain what it is not. Intellectual disabilities are not mental illnesses, like depression, there is no cure for intellectual disabilities and it is not contagious. An intelle
22 April, 2020[Video] How to Encourage Patients to Complete Cognitive Rehabilitation
As the program lead for research in the Department of Psychiatry at UT Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Deb has been studying psychosis for a while. In this video, she explains how she uses HNPro and what she has learned from the experience. She is
16 April, 20205 Things to Know About ADHD
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is more than just a behavior problem. Research has unveiled that genetic, environmental, and neuropsychological factors impact behaviors associated with the disorder. Here are the 5 most important thing
01 April, 2020LOL: The Neuroscience of Humor
Through television shows, memes, tweets and conversation, people are finding ways to make others laugh. With witty puns and tactful punchlines, people experience "AHA!" moments that then cause them to chuckle. Our brains are able to parse images, tex
13 December, 2019How Digital Tools Can Transform Learning Math
Many children struggle to learn and understand mathematics. Current math instruction focuses on memorizing abstract rules. While knowledge of mathematical concepts is important, many children are not able to grasp these abstract concepts. This is in
01 November, 2019The Teenage Brain: How Can Parents, Teachers, and Therapists Help Teens Succeed
Real Advice From a Real Therapist We spoke with Kyra Minichan, head therapist of The Cognitive Emporium on how parents, teachers, and therapists can help teenagers succeed in school and in life. Kyra is a speech-language pathologist with a mast
11 October, 20195 Ways to Keep Your Brain Healthy
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20 September, 2019The Psychology of Ghosting
Ghosting has been defined as "the practice of ending a personal relationship with someone by suddenly and without explanation withdrawing from all communication". Once a rare phenomena, ghosting has permeated the dating and social world. About 50% of
23 August, 2019The Complex Skill of Language
What is Language? While many complex definitions exist, language is the way that people communicate. In a language, words are connected in meaningful patterns to form logical sentences (syntax). The smallest component of language is a morphe
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