LearningRx - Alpharetta

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Attention issues? It could actually be tied to weak working memory.

When the brain struggles to hold information in working memory in order to complete a task, it often looks like you "check out" or get off track...

When really, it's like the brain's post-it notes have peeled off and it legitimately doesn't know what to do next.

Weak working memory has major implications for math, reading comprehension, test-taking, participating in class, and so many other areas of learning and life.

At LearningRx, we help kids, teens, and adults in the Atlanta area (and remotely) build critical skills like working memory and attention. We can help you tease apart what's really driving the struggles you're seeing and how to choose the best kinds of supports for yourself or a loved one.



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When kids avoid hard things, it’s easy to assume they’re being lazy, defiant, or unmotivated.

But sometimes the real issue is weak reasoning skills. 🧠

Reasoning is the brain’s ability to figure things out: connecting ideas, recognizing patterns, solving problems, and making sense of new information. When this skill is weak, challenging tasks can feel confusing and overwhelming.

So instead of leaning in, many kids will:
• shut down
• avoid difficult work
• say “I can’t do it” before they even try
• get frustrated quickly
• rely on memorizing instead of understanding

During Brain Awareness Week, we’re highlighting The Brain Behind the Struggle, because when we understand the cognitive skills behind learning and behavior, we can respond with better solutions.

At LearningRx, we train the underlying brain skills that make learning possible, including reasoning, working memory, attention, and processing speed. When those skills get stronger, kids don’t just work harder; they’re finally able to think through challenges with confidence.

Slow processing speed isn’t just a “school problem.” It can show up everywhere in life. 🧠

Kids with slow processing speed may know the answer but struggle to keep up with the pace of the world around them.

You might notice it when they:
• take longer to finish tests or homework
• need extra time to respond in conversations
• struggle to keep up in fast-paced sports
• feel overwhelmed while driving or learning to drive
• fall behind at work when tasks pile up
• get labeled as “spacey,” “slow,” or “unmotivated”

But here’s the truth: slow processing speed isn’t about intelligence. It’s about efficiency in the brain.

For Brain Awareness Week, we’re highlighting The Brain Behind the Struggle. When the brain processes information more slowly, everyday situations can feel stressful and discouraging.

The good news? Processing speed is a trainable cognitive skill. At LearningRx, our one-on-one brain training programs target the underlying skills that power learning and performance (like processing speed, attention, and working memory) so people of all ages can think faster, learn easier, and perform better.

Sometimes what looks like a behavior problem… is actually a brain skill problem. 🧠

When working memory is weak, kids (and adults!) may struggle to hold onto instructions, remember what they just heard, or manage their emotions when things feel overwhelming. From the outside, it can look like not listening, not trying, or overreacting. But often, it’s simply that the brain is working harder than it should.

During Brain Awareness Week, we’re highlighting The Brain Behind the Struggle, because understanding why learning and behavior challenges happen is the first step toward helping.

At LearningRx, we target the underlying cognitive skills that power learning and self-regulation, including working memory, attention, and processing speed. When those skills get stronger, everyday challenges (at school, at work, and at home) can get easier.

When you see a child who can't focus, often you jump to: "You just need to be more motivated and try harder!" But as cognitive psychologist Dr. Amy Moore shares here, attention problems aren't so straightforward.

Often what we see: the inattention, impulsivity, day-dreaming, or lack of focus...

.. is actually rooted in something much deeper.

Distractions aren't just external things we have to manage. When we understand what's at the root of our child's inability to focus or engage, we can have better understanding and tools to help them succeed.

This Week, we're unpacking The Brain Behind the Struggle. Follow along for more brain-based explanations for the challenges you or your loved ones might be facing!