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Sam B.
Feb 12, 20203 min read
Classroom Strategies with ADHD
ADHD doesn't mean you can't do things like focus. It does mean you can't do those things all the time. Here are some important tips we...
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Sam B.
Feb 6, 20202 min read
Getting Buy-In for Change
During consultations, we are often asked, "how many sessions does it take to build executive functioning skills?" There's no easy answer...
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Sam B.
Jan 29, 20201 min read
Star Sessions: Why 3 Hours Works
Parents sometimes question our 2-to-3 hour format and we often hear that "my student could never focus for that long!" My response:...
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Sam B.
Jan 22, 20202 min read
Time Management... Friend or Foe?
Understanding how people interact and relate with time is a huge piece of understanding Executive Functioning. In March, Ari Tuckman did...
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Sam B.
Jan 15, 20202 min read
Executive Functioning and Family Communication
Executive Functioning deficits (like those experienced by people with ADHD) result in a myriad of interpersonal issues in the home. Here...
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Sam B.
Jan 8, 20202 min read
Executive Functioning and Struggles at Home
One thing that we hear a lot at Star Tutoring is the family struggles when one (or more) of the family members have ADHD (or Executive...
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Sam B.
Dec 26, 20191 min read
Happy Holidays from Star Tutoring
From all of us at Star Tutoring: We wish you happy holidays this winter season! Make sure to review tips and tricks for managing holiday...
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Sam B.
Dec 13, 20192 min read
Brain Hacks
Let's face it - change is hard. Building new habits and routines can take 60+ days of repetition before they sink in. Luckily, there are...
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Sam B.
Dec 4, 20191 min read
Cookies and Cocoa
Please stop by for holiday snacks and take a few extra to share with your family. While you’re here, check out our Learning Center and...
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Sam B.
Nov 22, 20191 min read
Clutter
People with Executive Functioning deficits are often pitted as being messy and disorganized. While this can be the case, it's important...
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Sam B.
Nov 14, 20192 min read
How to Practice Working Memory
As most students will tell you, when they study for exams, it is usually the night before or maybe even a few hours before the test. For...
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Sam B.
Nov 7, 20192 min read
Getting Buy-In From Your Teen
During consultations, we are often asked, "how many sessions does it take to build executive functioning skills?" There's no easy answer...
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Sam B.
Oct 24, 20191 min read
Executive Functioning and Emotions
Emotional regulation is one of the core components of Executive Functioning. Dr. Russell Barkley gave a great talk about how emotions...
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Sam B.
Oct 17, 20193 min read
Managing Early ADHD Behavior
In this week's blog post, I'd like to share some helpful tips and information about managing early childhood behavior for kids with ADHD....
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Sam B.
Oct 10, 20192 min read
Holding Teens Accountable
When our children advance grades, they are often faced with new burdens and expectations that they never had before. One year, they...
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Sam B.
Oct 4, 20192 min read
Disorganization
I recently heard an episode of Attention Talk Radio and there were some great insights and takeaways that I'd like to share with our...
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Sam B.
Sep 25, 20192 min read
Let's Work on Working Memory
Working memory is one of the pillars of Executive Functioning, but what is it? In short, it's how much stuff you can fit in your head at...
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Sam B.
Sep 20, 20192 min read
Executive Functioning Development in Childhood: Your Brain Manager
Executive Functioning matures in many adults in the mid-to-late 20s, but it can be even later for those with ADHD or Executive...
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Sam B.
Sep 12, 20192 min read
Biology and Mindset
Let's talk about Biology and Mindset. In this episode of Attention Talk Radio, the hosts reinforce how important self-reflection is in...
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Sam B.
Sep 5, 20192 min read
ADHD Testing - Get it Early
Let's be honest: educational testing can carry some baggage. The tests themselves are time-consuming - several hours, sometimes over...
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