Blog
Usha Patel, Neurocognitive Therapist and Director of Raviv Practice London shares her first-hand experience of working with children /adults and the latest research and upcoming events in her series of blog posts.
How can we address post-pandemic education gaps in our children?
Research has revealed that the pandemic significantly impacted children entering the reception year in 2020/21
Why is my child always getting so angry and frustrated by everyday tasks?
Poor emotional regulation can obstruct progress, stopping us from achieving our goals. Most adults will find a way to regulate their emotions for the majority of the time, but children need to learn how to navigate their emotional states as they grow…Most of the time, this is all perfectly normal and you will find a way to address it naturally as your child develops
When Dyslexia doesn’t feel like much of a “gift”
For a long time, dyslexia/neurodivergence was poorly understood in education, and only seen in terms of the challenges it created for both those in more old-fashioned schools and those trying to teach them with outdated methods. … It can be called many things: being easily distracted, having poor executive function skills or having poor working memory.
What is working memory, and why is it so important?
What is working memory, and why is it so important? If your child has difficulties following instructions, is challenged with mental maths or reading comprehension understanidng working memory is the first thing you need to learn about.
Why can my child not learn the alphabet? :—(
Have you ever had to repeatedly explain to a young child that their birthday is at a particular point in the future distant from the current moment? Once you've defined how long they must wait, they ask you again.
How changing habits can aid concentration
Creating habits or routines can have a positive impact on those with poor concentration and who are prone to distraction.
Is your child able to stay on task?
Can your child sit still and do their homework without constant reminders to stay on task? If this is a challenge, they may benefit from developing their Executive Functioning Skills (EFS).