How to Improve Executive Functioning: Can We Strengthen Our Brains?
Executive functioning is a set of mental processes, including working memory, flexible thinking, mental initiative, focused attention and self-control, that help us get things done.
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What is a Cognitive Function? Improving a Student’s Ability to Learn
The brain is the most complex and vital organ in the human body. It is responsible for controlling a...
Is ADHD a Learning Disability?
Here at Arrowsmith we are often presented with a question from our community - is Attention-Deficit ...
How Arrowsmith Goes Beyond Learning Disability Labels
Traditionally, students struggling with learning disabilities are given a label. Some of the most co...
How Neuroplasticity Can Help Bridge the Pandemic Learning Gap
The pandemic had a significant impact on learning, in many cases causing progress to slow down. This...
At What Age Does Neuroplasticity Stop?
Our brain is our strongest asset, but as we get older many people fall into the trap of thinking tha...
Psychoeducational Vs. Cognitive Assessments: A Comparison
As we discussed in our previous blog, Cognitive Functions Explained: Our Brain is Our Most Valuable ...
5 Key Principles of Neuroplasticity
Our brains are our most important asset. Whether we are in a professional setting, learning in the c...
Benefits of Strengthening the Symbol Relations Cognitive Function with the Cognitive Intensive Program
What is the Symbol Relations Cognitive Function? Symbol Relations is a higher-order cognitive functi...
Neuroplasticity and Learning: The Brain's Role in Academics
Our brain is highly specialized and highly unique. In fact, our cognitive profiles are as unique as ...