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Nonverbal Learning Disability (NVLD): Possible Signs of NVLD
As a clinician, I became aware of nonverbal learning disability or NVLD in the 1990’s. At that time, little was known about NVLD and the impact it has on people’s lives. However, we now know that NVLD is unlike any…
Fight, Flight or Freeze- Anxiety Explained
Starting a new job, the first day of school, meeting new people, taking a test, or giving a presentation can cause anxiety. Anxiety is a normal reaction to life events. It is a feeling of fear about what is to…
Is Bill 101 Responsible for the Declining High School Graduation Rates?
Political interest in language is not a recent phenomenon. It dates back to Ancient Egypt. Psamtik, ruler of Ancient Egypt (664-610 BC) believed that the Egyptian language was the origin of all languages. In order to prove this, he conducted…
The Bilingual Educational Advantage
Language Choice in the Province of Quebec One of the most important decisions parents face is deciding their children’s education. Making the right choice will likely put the child on a path towards lifelong learning and a promising future. However,…