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Your Brain on Games

August 8, 2026 - No Comments

There are many ways to build your brain. Some people suggest physical exercise is a tool for that. Others would

Minecraft and Coding Skills: A Reason for Kids to Play

July 8, 2026 - No Comments

While AI has taken the wind out of the sails for aspiring coders, there is still quite a bit of

What the Research Shows About Video Games, Creativity, Problem Solving, and Social Skills

June 8, 2026 - No Comments

Our team at South County Children and Family Consultants has found that many of the children we work with who

Are Mario Games Good For Your Kids?

May 8, 2026 - No Comments

When parents think about video games, concerns often come to mind first—but not all games are created equal. In fact,

What Is Flexibility and What Does It Look Like?

December 5, 2025 - No Comments

What is flexibility?
Flexibility refers to the cognitive capacity to adapt one’s thinking processes in response to the shifting demands

AI and Screen-based Technologies for Neurodivergent Kids

November 7, 2025 - No Comments

While games can be a great way to develop executive functions, AI and technology offers many other opportunities for learning

Talking to Your Child About Executive Functions

October 3, 2025 - No Comments

It’s important to help your child understand what executive functions are and how they work. This can help empower children

Slow Processing Speed Strategies for Elementary School Students

September 4, 2025 - No Comments

Many children seen at our South County Child and Family Consultants practice are highly capable and grasp new material quickly,

2025 Serious Play Conference

August 9, 2025 - No Comments

 

Excited to announce that I’ll be speaking at the Serious Play Conference in Rochester, NY this August! With

Activities to Help Kids with Slow Processing Speed

August 1, 2025 - No Comments

One common reason parents bring their children to South County Child Family Consultants for a neuropsychological evaluation is difficulties with

Becoming a Coaching Pro: Guiding Your Child’s Learning of Executive Functions

June 6, 2025 - No Comments

In previous articles, we’ve discussed executive functions and choosing the right games. Now, let’s talk about your role as a

Managing Screen Time: Finding the Right Balance

June 2, 2025 - No Comments

Screen time has benefits for learning, but many kids spend way too much time glued to their devices. It’s crucial