The Analytical Brain vs. The Creative Brain
Conventional wisdom says that artists and writers are right-brained because they are creative, and computer wizards and accountants are left-brained because they are analytical. However, this [...]
Do You Have Left Brain Deficiencies?
The signs of a left brain deficiencies are usually more subtle those of the right brain and can often go undetected until a child is in school. These children may […]
Does Your Child Have Right Brain Deficiencies?
Right brain deficiencies usually first show up as behavioral problems. Mothers often tell me that these kids started giving them a hard time right from the get-go. These are the […]
Do You Have A Right Brain Deficiency?
From the moment the brain starts growing in the womb and up to about age two, brain development is concentrated on the right side. This is a vulnerable period [...]
How Computer Games Affect the Brain
Many parents believe that playing computer games helps kids improve their minds, but this is proving to not be the case. Although research shows that playing on a computer or […]
Early Warning Signs of Developmental Delay
Relying on a list of symptoms alone is not the best way to identify what your child’s problems are or what activities a child should do to resolve them. When assessing […]
How the Brain Grows and Understanding Its Codependence With the Body
The brain builds from the bottom up – from the brainstem which is the least complex area, to the cerebral cortex, the most complex area – and from side to […]
Monitoring Primitive Reflexes During Infancy: The Best First Step is Prevention
It is important for parents of a newborn to monitor primitive reflexes to ensure they are present and also that they integrate on schedule. While a pediatrician can incorporate this […]
How to Build a Healthy Brain
Studies have shown that without proper stimulation, a child’s brain suffers. Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine, for example, found that children who don’t play much or are [...]
Brain Integration: The Meaning of Balanced Behavior
Balanced behavior is the ability to respond and act appropriately in any given situation. It means a child’s brain must have the flexibility to jump back and forth between negative […]
