by Maureen McFadden, WNDU
This “scout” program in Spain relies on special video gaming systems like this Nintendo DS. Kids can learn basic tasks, as well as telling teachers what they want to do, all by touching this screen. A study in 16 Spanish schools found the program decreased outbursts and improved overall behavior. Fortiz said, “They are less aggressive because they can communicate.” The 20 “brain balance” centers in the US offer a slightly different approach. Dr. Mark Goldenberg, Executive Director at Brain Balance Center in Norwalk, CT, said, “The fundamental issue in these kids is that both hemispheres are not linking up.” Emily Kissa has a form of sensory processing disorder – one brain hemisphere is weaker than the other. Doctor Goldenberg uses special goggles and exercise to stimulate her vision, balance and hearing. The goal: to strengthen that weakness through therapy three times a week and better nutrition.
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