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New Research Shows How We Turn on and off Languages

September 11, 2018

14 September, Bilingualism, Newsletter, SLP

[Source: Science Daily] A team of researchers has uncovered the distinct computations that occur when we switch between different languages, a finding that provides new insights into the nature of bilingualism. “A remarkable feature of multilingual individuals is their ability to quickly…...

September 11, 2018

ADHD, News, Newsletter, OT, School Psych

[Source: Science Daily] In both ADHD and emotional instability disorders (e.g. borderline and antisocial personality disorder as well as conduct disorder in children), the brain exhibits similar changes in overlapping areas, meaning that the two types of conditions should be seen as…...

September 11, 2018

14 September, News, Newsletter, SLP

[Source: Science Daily] Have you ever found yourself finishing someone else’s sentences, even though you don’t really know them that well? Fortunately, the ability to predict what someone is going to say next isn’t the preserve of turtledoves or those in long-term…...

September 11, 2018

14 September 2018, Article, Newsletter, TBI

Editor’s Note: September is Traumatic Brain Injury Awareness Month. This is just one of the great resources you can find on Brainline.org. Interestingly enough, it was originally written for the ASHA Leader. by Roberta DePompei, The ASHA Leader “She is a beautiful 4-year-old.…...

September 11, 2018

14 September 2018, Newsletter, Tip or Resource

[Source; Crazy Speech World] September has snuck up on me, how about you? I know most of us are back to work by now, so I thought I would share the books I’m planning to use this month! My choices are based…...

Game Review: Tricky Hands

September 11, 2018

14 September 2018, Coordination, Fine Motor Skills, Game Review, Gross Motor Skils, Newsletter, OT, Visual Perception

[Source: The Playful Otter] Work on spatial relations/position in space, visual discrimination, visualization, visual closure, visual memory, figure-ground, eye-hand coordination, finger isolation, precise fine motor control, manual dexterity, coordinated use of both hands, executive functions, play exploration and participationIn the box: 50 small…...

September 10, 2018

14 September 2018, Depression, News, Newsletter, School Psych

[Source: Medical X-Press] Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. According to WHO 2014 Mental Health Atlas, suicide rates in Southeast Asia, which includes Indonesia, are the highest in the world, reaching 20 per 100,000 people annually. The global suicide rate is estimated to…...

September 10, 2018

14 September 2018, Autism, News, Newsletter

[Source: Disability Scoop] A company that says its findings will “revolutionize” the way autism spectrum disorder is diagnosed and treated is getting a boost from a scientific publication. Research conducted by Madison-based NeuroPointDX in collaboration with the MIND Institute at the University…...

September 10, 2018

14 September 2018, Newsletter, School Psych

[Source: Newsweek] World Suicide Prevention Day, an event taking place under the theme “Working Together to Prevent Suicide,” is being supported Monday by campaigners, politicians and celebs. Launched in 2003 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP), partnered with the World Health Organization…...

September 10, 2018

14 September 2018, Article, Newsletter, OT, PT, School Psych, SLP

[Source: Your Therapy Source] Do you do IEP reviews at the start of the school year? As the new school year starts, it is important for related service providers, teachers, parents and students to review the IEP. Reviewing IEP for multiple students…...