The better we control our environments and wash our hands, the better we prevent novel coronavirus (COVID-19) from spreading. However, ‘canceled’ likely comes with frustration for families who need educational…
Because these terms – dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia – are familiar to the public, they are sometimes overused. Parents usually want to know if their child’s struggles with reading means…
According to certain studies, only about 2 to 5 percent of students are gifted. Unfortunately, the word “gifted” often gets misused or overused. Alternatively, many gifted students are not identified,…
Why You Should Have Your Child Tested over Summer Where are you on the road to finding answers for your child? Are you researching IEPs and choosing between getting your child…
What Is Executive Function? Executive function encompasses the fundamental skills which dictate child behavior. More specifically, executive function includes the following: Time management Organization Attention Planning Task Initiation Working Memory…
The Benefits of Journaling & How To Get Started Journaling improves mood, reduces stress, encourages self-awareness, improves memory, and reduces avoidance symptoms after traumatic experiences – just to name a…
If you are asking the question “Should I have my child evaluated?” the answer is probably “Yes.” However, I know the process of getting an educational evaluation for your child…
Educational Psychology Studies and Content Handpicked For You As an Educational Psychologist, I love finding new ideas and studies that can help out not only my clients but anyone who…
This article on 3 Ways to Manage Stress in College is a Guest Post from an actual senior in college. Your college years can be some of the best years…
It’s okay to admit to being bored in class — but why? We’ve all been there, either as children in school or, later, in college or at work—sitting around, being…
It Starts with a Learning Disability Assessment Many adults have a learning disability (LD) and don’t know it. Are you one of them? Getting a professional assessment could be your…
As a Santa Clarita Child Psychologist, I’m often asked this very question. Nothing is more frustrating than knowing your child is struggling in school while the school itself does little…
