At age 2, her son caught meningitis, which caused him to lose his hearing. Around age three, doctors fitted him with a cochlear implant, allowing him to hear again. Before his implant, he had already learned sign language proficiently and communicated as best he could using it.

The problem lies with the child’s psychological makeup … reversing this problem is relatively straightforward and sometimes can take as little as three weeks

Here, at Raviv Practice London, we have developed a new method that shows more valuable data about the positive effects taking place. While we still use Cogmed as an objective measure, we have also introduced our own, more subjective, measure in the form of a questionnaire.

More and more individuals are showing signs of ADHD. The fast-paced world we live in, and all its many distractions, means we are constantly flitting from one task to another. So, how can you solve such a prevalent problem and stay on task?

Are you worried about your child and how they behave at home and/or at school? Don’t worry – you are not alone, and help is at hand. The first step in addressing that behaviour is understanding it.

Does your child have problems with finding homework, talking out of turn, or temper tantrums? He may have executive functioning problems. These skills help us manage daily life and deficiencies can lead to underachievement if not treated.

Poor concentration in children has many causes. Some professionals may rush an ADHD diagnosis and medication. Instead, learn how to observe your child at home and work with a professional who can use therapies beyond medication to get at the root of your child’s behavioural issues.