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Understanding Neurofeedback Therapy For Different Mental Health Conditions
Neurofeedback is a helpful intervention for many mental health conditions. The brain can change, learn, and grow! Neuroplasticity refers to the brain’s ability to reorganize itself. By forming new neural connections throughout life. This process allows the brain to adapt,…
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All About Neurofeedback Therapy
Interested in starting neurofeedback therapy? For some, the idea of brain training might feel intimidating, scary, or uncertain. If you feel this way, you are certainly not alone! Even thinking about doing neurofeedback theory is a great first step in…
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Can Neurofeedback Therapy Help Treat ADHD?
What is ADHD? Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder. Researchers do not fully understand the exact cause of ADHD. However, they believe it involves a combination of genetic, environmental, and neurological factors. The estimated number of children aged…
Read MoreAdult ADHD (Attention- Deficit/ Hyper Activity Disorder)
Sometimes, when people think of ADHD ( Attention-Deficit/ Hyper Activity Disorder), they associate it with children, But, did you know that around 4-5 % of adults have ADHD? Every adult who has ADHD had it as a child. Some were…
Read MoreCommon Child Psychology Disorders
Mental illness can strike at any age and can occasionally last into adulthood. The truth is, though, that many troubles can arise while we are young as well. Being able to recognize these child psychology disorders can affect everyone involved…
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ADHD Testing & ADHD Diagnosis
There are many people who wonder about whether they should pursue ADHD testing and ADHD diagnosis. They wonder if there is really any utility in obtaining ADHD testing. What will they really learn from the testing process anyway? They also…
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How to Meditate Without Practicing Meditation
The traditional form of mediation emphasizes breathing and intentionally focusing the mind on a particular object or thought. The goal of meditation is to achieve a mentally clear and emotionally calm state. While this sounds nice, the reality of the…
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Adult ADHD…Not Just a Myth
ADHD does not just impacts kids! Often times adults with ADHD have not been diagnosed as children and they should have been. In fact, many children who have ADHD continue to have symptoms into adulthood. Adult ADHD can impact all…
Read MoreADHD Testing & ADHD Diagnosis
People often ask what the benefits are to completing ADHD testing to see if an ADHD diagnosis is warranted. Some people are afraid that if they get an ADHD diagnosis it will have a negative impact on their life. At…
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7 Strategies to Improve Homework Time
With school getting underway, I thought it would be a perfect time to write a blog about homework. Each school year we hear about the hardship of homework completion. There are many kids who fight doing homework. For those with…
Read MoreHave You Thought About Your Habits Lately?
Have you thought about your habits lately? You know, those things we do without really thinking about it? We can often get into habits that negatively impact our lives without really thinking about it. Maybe we have an unfortunate series…
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The Word “Should” Hurts Us
“My kids should just listen when I tell them to do something.” “My friend should have called me back last night.” “I should be able to buy (fill in the blank).” We all do it! We use the word “should”…
Read MoreThe Power of Saying “You Can”
I found this video on YouTube (A Ted Talk of course!). I love the theme of believing in the capability of our kids regardless of any diagnosis they have. When we set limits, it is much more difficult to reach…
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