Be a Reading Whizz
Behind every aspiring leader there is a good Reader. At The Brain Workshop, we understand exactly what it takes to be a good reader. Our one-on-one training consists of intense mental exercises that are also really fun to do. They train the cognitive skills that are critical to reading success. Don’t miss the offer for […]
Training the Brain Especially Working Memory to Improve On New Tasks
Working memory is believed to be a core cognitive function on which many types of high-level cognition rely,including language comprehension and production, problem solving, and decision making,” A brain-training task that increases the number of items an individual can remember over a short period of time may boost performance in other problem-solving tasks by enhancing […]
The Impact of Excessive Screen Time on Our Children’s Brains
Take a look around and you won’t be hard pressed to find a smartphone, iPad, or other device. Whether it’s in the car ride to the store, after school for entertainment, or to help keep our kids occupied in a pinch, children born during this digital age receive more screen time than ever before. The […]
10 Iconic Fictional Characters That Have Autism
Want to learn about 10 iconic fictional characters that have autism, and if they are accurate representations? Like someone with ADHD, a person with autism can thrive and be successful in the real world, but the world of fiction can be another matter entirely. However, understanding the differences in portrayal in media vs real life […]
How to Parent a Child With ADHD and Autism?
ADHD is underdiagnosed in half the population, and roughly 75 million have autism globally. However, when a child has both, there can be additional challenges to face, and knowing how to parent a child with ADHD and autism is its own challenge. In this article, we will cover tips to help you learn how to […]
What Is the Difference Between Asperger and Autism
You have likely heard of Asperger’s growing up, but then the term effectively disappeared just over a decade ago and was replaced more readily with ‘autism’. But, what is the difference between Asperger and autism, and what happened to make the term ‘Asperger’ disappear? We will explore what you need to know in the article […]
How to Deal with Autism Anger in Adults
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), or commonly simply known as Autism, affects millions globally. With roughly 1% of the population having this neurodivergence, it comes as no surprise that there are common issues that arise, and questions that most people don’t know the answers to – like how to deal with autism anger in adults. Here […]
Is Autism Spectrum Disorder a Learning Disability
There are millions of people with autism around the world. It’s estimated that around 1% of the global population, or 75 million individuals, have ASD, and as of 2021, 1 in 100 children are diagnosed with this disorder – but is autism spectrum disorder a learning disability, or are the two completely separate? Understanding Autism […]
Do I Have ADHD or Am I Just Lazy
If you have been asking yourself ‘do I have ADHD or am I just lazy?’, then you are not alone. Unfortunately, this is a very common thought pattern, and it can be difficult to distinguish when you don’t have an official ADHD diagnosis. However, here at the Brain Workshop, we are here to help, and […]
Do People with ADHD Need More Sleep
If you know someone with ADHD, you might start wondering how their disorder affects them in their day-to-day life. Do people with ADHD need more sleep, and why do they always seem to be napping during the day? Unfortunately, people with this disorder are more likely to have trouble sleeping through the night, so it’s […]