Baby’s Kicks Provide Clues About Infant Development: robots to detect early signs of Autism or ADHD

Together, they are researching ways that robots could make a difference in the lives of children with developmental disorders. Their work aims to help earlier diagnose children with conditions ranging from learning disabilities to Autism Spectrum Disorder. Earlier diagnoses, experts say, allow for earlier interventions and better outcomes. “I strongly believe that human-robot interaction is… Continuar lendo Baby’s Kicks Provide Clues About Infant Development: robots to detect early signs of Autism or ADHD

ADHD Myths and Fallacies That Perpetuate Stigma

We’ve heard all of the ADHD myths: “ADHD isn’t real.” “That kid just needs a good spanking. “People with ADD are just lazy.” These fallacies and misconceptions about ADHD have been around as long as the condition itself, and the negative effect they have is very real — and very damaging. Learn the truth and… Continuar lendo ADHD Myths and Fallacies That Perpetuate Stigma

ADHD may also bring with it an advantage: the ability to think more creatively.

Three aspects of creative cognition are divergent thinking, conceptual expansion and overcoming knowledge constraints. Divergent thinking, or the ability to think of many ideas from a single starting point, is a critical part of creative thinking. Previous research has established that individuals with ADHD are exceptionally good at divergent thinking tasks, such as inventing creative new uses for everyday objects, and brainstorming new… Continuar lendo ADHD may also bring with it an advantage: the ability to think more creatively.