How To Stop Procrastinating: Mood Regulation Strategies A very interesting article was recently published by The Wall Street Journal about the role of mood in procrastination: “Often, procrastinators attempt to avoid the anxiety or worry aroused by a tough task with activities aimed at repairing their mood, such as checking Facebook or taking a nap….
Youth Violence Workshop
Youth Violence Prevention Workshop On October 26, Dr. Edward Blackstock held a workshop on Youth Violence for the staff and volunteers of the S.T.Y.L.E. program organized by the Learning Disabilities Association of Toronto District (LDATD). Here are some of the highlights and takeaways from the workshop: Understanding the Brain The limbic system, featured above, is…
Exercise and Academic Performance
Exercise and Academic Performance The New York Times recently published an article about How Physical Fitness May Promote School Success. This article discusses a new study that finds that physically fit children absorb and retain new information more effectively than children who are out of shape. The article states: Parents and exercise scientists have known…
Can Emotional Intelligence Be Taught?
Can Emotional Intelligence Be Taught? If everybody knows that test scores and grades aren’t the keys to success, how do we teach, and measure, the things that are? The New York Times released an article this past week entitled Can Emotional Intelligence Be Taught? It’s a great read that I wanted to comment on. The…
What is ADHD? Infographic
We recently stumbled across this excellent resource created by North Shore Pediatric Therapy in Chicago, IL. This “What is ADHD?” infographic is a great way of visualizing the types and symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.