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How to Reduce Screen Time and Boost Your Mental Health

How to Reduce Screen Time and Boost Your Mental Health

In the first part of this discussion, we explored the mental health effects of screen time on children and adults. Some screen exposure is unavoidable, such as work obligations or online classes. Nevertheless, there are ways to take control of your family’s screen time and improve your overall quality of life. Let’s take a look … Read more

How Does Screen Exposure Affect Mental Health?

How Does Screen Exposure Affect Mental Health?

Screen time is inherently bad for your mental health, but in the post-pandemic world, it’s mostly unavoidable. Many adults, teens and children have shifted to working from home or taking classes online. How can you cut back on the screens when they’re required for day-to-day life? Read on to learn how to find a balance … Read more

Psychological Testing vs. Neuropsychological Testing – What’s the Difference?

Psychological Testing vs. Neuropsychological Testing – What's the Difference?

The terms psychological testing and neuropsychological testing are often used interchangeably, but they involve different evaluation approaches. Both types of assessments are designed to help a person understand the underlying cause for his or her struggles and find a definitive, actionable diagnosis. One assessment is more detailed than the other, but they both provide a … Read more

What to Expect at Your First Therapy Session

What to Expect at Your First Therapy Session

If you’re seeing a therapist for the first time, you may be apprehensive about the process. How does therapy work? What should you expect at your first therapy session? Is there anything you need to say, do or bring ahead of time? We want you to feel confident and prepared before your first therapy appointment. … Read more

Special Education Plans: IEP vs. IEE vs. 504 Plans

Special Education Plans: IEP vs. IEE vs. 504 Plans

Do you think your child needs special education services? Do you feel like your child’s school is not sufficiently accommodating his or her environmental and academic needs? Your child may qualify for an Individualized Education Plan (IEP), Independent Education Evaluation (IEE), 504 Plan, or other accommodations. By familiarizing yourself with these options, you’ll be properly … Read more

Is Teletherapy as Effective as In-Person Therapy?

Is Teletherapy as Effective as In-Person Therapy?

Teletherapy has become increasingly popular over the last few years. What started as a convenient alternative to in-person therapy has become a mental health staple in the COVID-19 pandemic. CNLD Testing & Therapy is proud to offer both in-person therapy and teletherapy programs to clients from all walks of life. Let’s take a closer look … Read more

How to Cope with Mental Health Struggles during COVID-19

How to Cope with Mental Health Struggles during COVID-19

The COVID-19 outbreak marks an unprecedented time in world history. You are living through a global pandemic, all while trying to maintain a sense of normality. It’s no wonder your mental health feels fragile right now. Thankfully, there are many ways to cope with mental health struggles during the pandemic and any other trying time … Read more

Can Learning Disabilities Be Cured?

Can Learning Disabilities Be Cured?

Learning disabilities affect all areas of life, not just education. Difficulty reading, writing and processing information can result in mental health challenges, social dilemmas, and daily frustrations. If you’ve gone through this or watched your child struggle, you may wonder, “Can learning disabilities be cured?” In this discussion, we’ll go over potential treatments for learning … Read more

Ann Arbor Neuropsychology: Working Memory- Limitations

Working Memory- Limitations:    Short-term memory is believed to hold 7 to 9 pieces of information, while working memory is thought to hold 3 to 5 elements of new information. Some researchers believe children have a smaller working memory capacity (perhaps only 1 to 3 elements). Information in working memory is only there temporarily as … Read more

Ann Arbor Neuropsychology: Working Memory- What is it?

Tips for Understanding Working Memory:  Confusion exists regarding the difference between short-term memory and working memory. Some psychologists believe they are one and the same. Other psychologists differentiate between short-term memory and working memory. Short-term memory typically refers to brief, initial storage of information. For example, if I told you a phone number, you would … Read more