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ADHD and Exercise: How Activity Benefits NVLD and ADHD

Let’s explore the links between ADHD and exercise and how activity can benefit ADHD, NVLD, and dyspraxia. Since individuals with ADHD have decreased dopamine levels, exercising can activate the brain’s release of neurotransmitters and dopamine, increasing attention and clear thinking. WATCH VIDEO BELOW For individuals with ADHD, losing weight and gaining muscle is an added […]

NVLD at the National Learning Disabilities Conference

As I traveled to Orlando, Florida for the National Learning Disabilities conference, I was hopeful to learn more about non-verbal learning disorders (NVLD) and to better help those like myself (I’m a learning specialist with NVLD and ADHD). So little is known about NVLD so you may not be familiar with it. Could NVLD be […]

Announcing Our New NVLD Support Group

Do you ever feel frustrated and overwhelmed? Like you are the only one with or the parent of someone with a Non-Verbal Learning Disorder? Linda K. is here to let you know that you are NOT alone! She has created a private Facebook group called NVLD Pioneers, an NVLD support group for families and individuals […]

What do Trains Have to Do with ADHD and NVLD?

Have you ever set aside time to prepare for a task you know you had a deadline to complete? Such as cleaning your house, doing your taxes, or any other task, but you struggle to get started? If you’re able to start the task, does it ever feel impossible to stay focused long enough to […]

Parents of children with nonverbal learning disabilities and neurodiversities

Parents of children with nonverbal learning disabilities and neurodiversities: Taking off the fire hat. How to instill Fire PREVENTION, instead of Fire FIGHTING. Watch the Video & Learn from Linda’s struggles as a child with NVLD/ADHD and professional experiences how to help your child ‘Don’t be the fire fighter, be the coach! -Be a protector, […]

The Confusion of Non-Verbal Learning Disorders

This is a topic I’m very passionate about. Not only am I a learning specialist, but I also have NVLD. So, it’s no surprise my life’s mission is to help others to not go through years of struggling and pain like I did. Back when I was in school virtually nothing was known about NVLD, […]

What is NVLD and Are You Getting the Correct Help?

What is NVLD? Are You Getting the Correct Help? Watch My Video Below >>> What is a Non-Verbal Learning Disorder? What is the WRONG and RIGHT Kind of Help? Learn about What is the RIGHT and WRONG kind of Help! Posted by ADDvantages Learning Center on Wednesday, December 4, 2019

It Takes One to Know One!

As the old saying goes, check out the super short 50 second video to learn how that applies to YOU! Linda Karanzalis HAS ADHD and knows how to help your child! Linda Karanzalis, MS Linda Karanzalis, MS, is a former special education classroom teacher with over 25 years of experience in the areas of learning […]

Why Do You get Pushback Behavior from Your Child?

What causes your child give pushback when you ask something of them? Children of all ages with different brain wiring (ADHD, NVLD, social-emotional difficulties, often struggle with problem solving and changes. Does your child ‘dig in his heels’ to resist new changes? Poor executive functioning skills cause difficulties understanding and comprehending new incoming information. For […]

Adjusting to life with ADHD

Let’s look at adjusting to life with ADHD. Overcoming ADHD to live a productive life is something every parent wants for their child with an ADHD diagnosis, however adjusting to life with ADHD is typically the answer. Finding lost keys in the refrigerator, running out of gas, spending an hour looking for my phone and […]