LearningRx Short Hills

LearningRx Short Hills LearningRx works with kids and adults, improving the core cognitive skills the brain uses to think,

When memory, attention, reading, or comprehension skills are weak, learning and life can be harder than they need to be for children and adults. At LearningRx, our brain training programs target and train these weak skills using a series of intense (but fun!) mental exercises that work on the way the brain learns, thinks, remembers, and performs. Clients work one-on-one with their own personal brain trainer, which is a big part of what makes us so unique and our results so effective.

04/16/2026

Strong working memory isn't just about following directions or listening in class.

These higher-level skills require strong working memory at the foundation if we're going to be able to do them with ease.

Cognitive skills are life skills. If you or your child is struggling to focus, learn, and remember, don't put off figuring out why. LearningRx is here to help you put the pieces together and address these concerns from the root cause. 🧩🧠

You know the feeling: the dining room table drama, the power struggles, the meltdowns that come out over seemingly doabl...
04/09/2026

You know the feeling: the dining room table drama, the power struggles, the meltdowns that come out over seemingly doable tasks...

Schoolwork battles are not usually a defiance or behavior issue; they're almost always a communication that something about the task is just too hard for their brain to handle.

In this episode of podcast, Dr. Amy and Sandy tease apart whether the issue is:
1 - content-related (and they just need it re-taught)
2 - skill-related (most common, and can be remedied by strengthening those skills)
Or 3 - a pathology or diagnosis of some sort (like ADHD) that needs additional attention.

Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts: https://www.thebrainymoms.com/2026/03/03/homework-meltdowns/

Parents have often told us that yes, the academic improvements they saw in their kids was well worth it—but the confiden...
04/02/2026

Parents have often told us that yes, the academic improvements they saw in their kids was well worth it—but the confidence? That's a win that goes beyond the classroom. When kids tackle challenges while improving their brain's ability to learn, it's so fun to watch this transformation happen.



*Results from a past client; you or your loved ones may or may not achieve the same outcomes, but you can read more about our research and results on our website.

03/26/2026

When brain skills improve, it's amazing to watch what else gets unlocked. 🔓🧠💪

We're celebrating big with this young man and the hard work he put into his program.


Individual outcomes may vary. Read more about our research and results on our website!

Motivation isn’t just willpower.It’s connected to:🧠Executive function🧠Attention🧠Emotional regulation🧠Confidence🧠Feeling ...
03/20/2026

Motivation isn’t just willpower.

It’s connected to:
🧠Executive function
🧠Attention
🧠Emotional regulation
🧠Confidence
🧠Feeling like you're capable of success.

If starting feels hard, finishing feels impossible, and every assignment turns into a power struggle, the issue may not be discipline or interest.

It may be brain-based.

When we understand the brain skills that drive struggles with thinking and learning, we can equip our kids with the right tools they need.

All week we've been talking about the brain behind the struggle, and if you're ready to find out which weak skills are at the root of your child's learning challenges, call us today to schedule your next step.

03/19/2026

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.

Reasoning is the brain’s ability to:🧩See patterns🧩Connect ideas🧩Think through next steps🧩Solve new problems independentl...
03/19/2026

Reasoning is the brain’s ability to:
🧩See patterns
🧩Connect ideas
🧩Think through next steps
🧩Solve new problems independently
🧩Think flexibly and evaluate alternatives

When it’s weak, tasks often feel too big, too unpredictable, or too impossible.

That “I don’t know” response you get when something feels hard?
Sometimes it really means, “I don’t know how to think through this.”

Shutting down is often a form of self-protection because they feel stressed and incapable, not defiance.

Understanding gaps in skills like reasoning helps us respond with clarity instead of conflict. This is our mission with this brain behind the struggle emphasis for 👉 that you will walk away with more curiosity, empathy, and understanding for the challenges you're navigating with your child every day.

03/18/2026

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.

"Hurry up!" doesn't help kids with slow processing speed move faster.Processing speed is how quickly the brain takes in ...
03/18/2026

"Hurry up!" doesn't help kids with slow processing speed move faster.

Processing speed is how quickly the brain takes in information, makes sense of it, and responds. When it’s slower, you might see:
⚡Homework that should take minutes dragging into hours
⚡Needing extra time to complete tests
⚡A child who understands the material but can’t show it
⚡Avoidance because their brain just get overloaded

Many smart kids doubt themselves or fall behind because their brain just takes longer to process.

👉But processing speed is a skill, and skills can be strengthened!

When we recognize the brain behind the struggle, we can stop pushing harder and start supporting smarter.

At LearningRx, we train skills like processing speed with targeted mental exercises that have been shown to drive improvements for kids and adults. Call us today to learn more!

03/17/2026

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.

Working memory is the brain’s mental sticky note. 📝If it’s weak, your child might:🧠Forget multi-step directions partway ...
03/17/2026

Working memory is the brain’s mental sticky note. 📝

If it’s weak, your child might:
🧠Forget multi-step directions partway through
🧠Lose their place while reading
🧠Start a math problem and forget what they were solving
🧠Get overwhelmed by tasks that feel too big or complex

To parents, it often looks like they're making "careless mistakes." But the reality is, the brain's "sticky notes" are just peeling off too quickly.

When the brain can’t hold onto information long enough to use it, frustration builds fast and kids may seem like they struggle to pay attention, when really it's weak working memory at the root.

This week we're diving into the brain behind the struggle, because when we understand the brain skills that drive the behavior and learning challenges we're seeing, we're better equipped to find the supports that are actually going to make a difference.

03/16/2026

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!

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