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In the 1960s, a “cognitive revolution” occurred in psychology whereby the computer metaphor for brain function was introduced. Think of this metaphor as a simplified way of understanding how the brain works or an attempt to make sense of something we don’t understand. Unfortunately, metaphors can misrepresent what truly occurs in the brain because they … Read more

Interesting facts about your brain: Weighing approximately 3 pounds and consisting of about 80 to 100 billion nerve cells or neurons, your brain can be viewed as a complex machine with different parts performing various functions. The human brain gives you the capacity for language, art and critical thinking. Additionally, it provides each person with … Read more

Jen McCulloch, LMSW Psychotherapist Executive Function Coach Certified School Social Worker   Children may worry about friends, school work, fitting in, or a number of other things. The staff at CNLD are trained to help children identify and manage the feelings of anxiety and stress that can feel overwhelming. But, what can parents do to … Read more

Lisa Woodcock-Burroughs, Ph.D., NCSP Licensed Clinical Psychologist Nationally Certified School Psychologist All children, adolescents and adults with disabilities may be entitled to school-based accommodations.  Accommodations are a way of leveling the playing field, as it were, and removing barriers. Some accommodations are temporary and put into place without these formal documents. For example, many of … Read more

Lisa Woodcock-Burroughs, Ph.D., NCSP Licensed Clinical Psychologist Special education services are delivered via an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). An IEP can include specialized instruction, related services (i.e. occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, school social work) and school-based accommodations. Some children are able to access adult support, such as paraprofessional support, throughout the … Read more

Our friends at the Arc of Livingston are hosting a Parent Support group.  Come join for a chance to get together with other parents of children or adults with disabilities to network, get support and give support. Meetings will include presentations and/or discussions on topics of interest to parents. Date/Time: The third Monday of every month … Read more

The University of Michigan’s Depression Center will be hosting a forum entitled “Adolescent Depression, Resiliency and Coping Skills” on Tuesday, March 28th as part of their “Bright Nights Community Forum Series.” The event will be held from 7-8:30p at the Ann Arbor District Library, and is open to the public. Adolescence is a period of … Read more

Roger E. Lauer, Ph.D. Clinic Director Within the ADHD Clinic at CNLD, we understand the relationship between attention difficulties and sleep is crucial to obtaining an accurate diagnosis for children and adults who are struggling to pay attention and function in their daily lives. This includes explaining the necessity for sleep and its role in … Read more

Roger E. Lauer, Ph.D Clinic Director At the Center for Neuropsychology, Learning and Development (CNLD), we approach the field of neuropsychology from a strength-based model. People often call our clinic and ask for help in finding out what’s “wrong with them or their child.” Our neuropsychological assessments absolutely can point out the areas in which … Read more

The University of Michigan Center for the Child and Family (UCCF)  is hosting a workshop series entitled ” ADHD and Learning Disabilities Workshops.” This workshop series creates a welcoming environment to learn more about ADHD and learning disabilities, time to connect with other parents and guardians, and practical ways to apply what you learn in the workshops … Read more