by Ellen Doman I work with children all around the world who are having difficulties learning, typically due to issues with auditory processing and working memory. These children come to us with many different labels and diagnoses but when it comes to education the significant factor is processing, the relative weakness of the short-term auditory…
Our oldest had gotten sick at 7yo with something that was different from other sicknesses. We have no idea what it was, but what we did know is that it changed the way her brain functioned – it was VERY obvious. She developed some behaviors that were completely out of character and unexplained. My background…
Understanding the Relevance and Significance of Cognitive Function by Bob Doman The key to understanding and improving global function in children and adults with Down syndrome is determining and developing their cognitive function. Whether we are looking at a two-year-old or an adult with Down syndrome, their level of function, their ability to learn, think,…
by Bob Doman What do you remember from last month, last year, a decade ago, or five decades ago? I still have some vivid memories from college over fifty years ago, and none of them have anything to do with what occurred in a classroom. I take every chance I get to speak with young…
Defining Education and Developmental Opportunity for Special Needs Children: Targeted, Individual Home Based vs. School Based by Bob Doman Many parents of special needs children, as well as children with attention and learning related problems, mistakenly believe their children are receiving a good, real opportunity for development and education from the schools. With rare exception…
Collaboration: NACD, Parents & SchoolsWorking Together for Better Outcomes Public and private schools have over the years benefited from collaboration with NACD. That collaboration has come in a variety of tailored forms. NACD working with parents, designs comprehensive programs for individual special needs children that are implemented within the school. NACD then assists in training…
by Bob Doman “All great change in America starts at the dinner table.” — Ronald Reagan If your children are infants, toddlers, of school age, or adults, or somewhere in between, family meals can be incredibly important. Whether our motivation is teaching a skill (such as eating or participating in meal preparation) or fostering…
Your Child’s Educational Future: Questions Every Parent Should Ask Themselves by Bob Doman Whether you have a gifted or typical child, a child with learning or attention issues or special needs, parents need to understand what their role is, and the role, if any, of schools. More and more parents are realizing that the one size…
Home-based Intervention The Original Neurodevelopmental Approach Comprehensive dynamic targeted programs designed by experts and implemented in the home by experts- the parents, who are trained, coached, and supported. Available to families anywhere in the world. From special needs to gifted, NACD designs targeted individualized home based programs, bringing eclectic methodologies, and individualized education to the…
Click above to watch the video Please take a look at these videos (above) of my 26 month old grandson, Lachlan, doing one of his chores and learning another. This first one is a chore that he owns that helps his dad out in his office. As I have often stated, chores are the…