Learning disabilities, learning difficulties, or learning disorders are umbrella terms for a wide variety of learning issues. A learning disability is not a problem with intelligence or motivation.
In fact, many individuals with learning disabilities are bright – their brains are simply wired differently.
Arrowsmith understands that wiring: the neural pathways and networks responsible for learning, and issues with learning. We know learning disabilities are simply a combination of specific cognitive functions that are underperforming.
Most importantly, we understand that learning disabilities are not lifelong.
Cognitive functions are critical in every thought that we have, in every action that we take each day, and in our emotions.
Individual cognitive functions work together in neural networks when we learn, work and play.
If each function is working well, learning proceeds easily, if there is an area that is underperforming, it will have an impact on the activities and processes it is involved in – learning will take more effort and at times activities will be avoided.
Our unique cognitive profile shapes the path we take in life - and is the reason why some individuals are diagnosed with learning disabilities.
The good news is that, given cognitive functions are used across our lifetime, in everything we do, we can reap the benefits from strengthening these cognitive functions across our lifetime using the principles of neuroplasticity.
We can always tweak a cognitive function here and there, depending on our life’s goals which may change over our lifetime.
Want to be better at problem-solving? Quicker at mental math calculations? Go deeper on analytic tasks? Improve visualization in meditation? Enhance negotiation skills? Develop persistence, grit and adaptability? Be better at collaboration? Increase mental initiative? It is possible for as long as you want to keep your brain fit.
For decades individuals have transformed their cognitive profiles through the Arrowsmith Program - their cognitive profiles re-defined, their futures re-imagined.
