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Learning Difficulties can be a challenge, but there are effective strategies that can assist the individual better learn and retain information. Consider the Orthon Gillingham Therapeutic Tutoring approach. A multisensory approach to learning that stimulates a range of sensory approaches including kinesthetic, auditory, and visual to maximise learning.


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Our clinic is proud to provide a 90-95% success rate.

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• Attention, Concentration and Focus

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• Burn out

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Learning Disabilities


Introduction to Neurofeedback and Learning Disabilities


Case Histories & Testimonials


Savannah: Learning Disability, 15yF

SS: ADHD and Learning Disabilities, 8yF

M: Learning & Communication Disorders, 18yM

JCT: Learning Disabilities & Depression, 14yM

KL: Learning disabilities, Gifted, 12yF


Technical Papers & Abstracts

Ince L., Leon M., Christidis D. (1986). EMG biofeedback for handwriting disabilities: A critical examination of the literature. Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry, Volume 17, Issue 2, June 1986, Pages 95-100. Retrieved from Science Direct Database.

Tansey M. (1984) . EEG sensorimotor rhythm biofeedback training: Some effects on the neurologic precursors of learning disabilities. International Journal of Psychophysiology, Volume 1, Issue 2, 1984, Pages 163-177. Retrieved from Science Direct Database.

Cunningham MD & Murphy PJ. (1981)The effects of bilateral EEG biofeedback on verbal, visual-spatial & creative skills in learning disabled male adolescents. Journal of Learning Disabilities, 14, 204-208.


Fenger, TN. (1997).Visual-Motor Integration and its Relation to EEG Neurofeedback Brain Wave Patterns, Reading, Spelling, and Arithmetic Achievement in Attention Deficit Disorders and Learning Disabled Students


Gaddes, W. H. & Edgell, D. (1994). Learning Disabilities and Brain Function. New York: Springer-Verlag.


Linden M, Habib T, Radojevic V (1996). A controlled study of the effects of EEG biofeedback on cognition and behavior of children with attention deficit disorder and learning disabilities. Biofeedback and Self Regulation, 21, 35-49. - abstract


Lubar, J.F. (1985). EEG biofeedback and learning disabilities.Theory Into Practice, 24, 106-111.

Lubar JF, Bianchini KJ, Calhoun WH, Lambert EW, Brody ZH, Shabsin HS (1985). Spectral analysis of EEG differences between children with and without learning disabilities. J Learn Disabilities, 18, 403-8.
 
 

 

Othmer, S& Othmer, SF, & Marks C. (1991). EEG Biofeedback Training for Attention Deficit Disorder, Specific Learning Disabilities, and Associated Conduct Problems.

Othmer, S & Othmer, SF (1989).EEG Biofeedback Training for Hyperactivity, Attention Deficit Disorder, Specific Learning Disabilities, and Other Disorders.

 
 
Tansey, M.A. Brainwave signatures (1985). ­ an index reflective of the brain's functional neuroanatomy: further findings on the effect of EEG sensorimotor rhythm biofeedback training on the neurologic precursors of learining disabilities. International Journal of Psychophysiology, 3, 85-99.

Tansey, MA. Wechsler (WISC-R) Changes Following Treatment of Learning Disabilities via EEG Biofeedback Training in a Private Practice Setting Australian (1991). Journal of Psychology, 43, 147-153.

Tansey MA. (1984).EEG sensorimotor rhythm biofeedback training: some effects on the neurological precursors of learning disabilities. Int J Psychophysiology, 1, 163-177

Tansey, M., Bruner, R. (1983). EMG and EEG biofeedback in the treatment of a 10-year old hyperactive boy with a developmental reading disorder. Biofeedback and Self Regulation, 8, 25-37.

Pennington, B. F. (1991). Diagnosing Learning Disorders. New York: The Guilford Press.