Where in the brain does it all happen?

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These results reveal two frontal brain regions that support efficient number processing in dyscalculia.

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How prevalent is dyscalculia?

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Dyscalculia affects up to 7% of all students and is more difficult to diagnose than Dyslexia because it tends to exist alongside other conditions like ADHD, and treating these other conditions can sometimes diminish the effects of Dyscalculia.

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6 Types of Dyscalculia

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ANS related to math achievement but why?

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Studies have demonstrated a significant correlation between the approximate number system (ANS) and early mathematical achievement. However, various explanations exist regarding the underlying cognitive mechanisms that underpin this association. The present study investigated whether the two hypotheses of inhibition control and visual form perception could explain the relationship between kindergarteners’ ANS and mathematical achievements.

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Cool Fraction Tool

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I thought I would share a tool I use for sewing/measuring. I worked in a costume shop for all 4 years of college and 2 years of graduate school in which I helped sew and create costumes for operas and musicals on my university’s campus. I always struggled with figuring out and remembering fractions when it came to measuring fabric, sizes, etc. due to my dyscalculia. No matter how many times my boss would explain to me how a measuring tape “works” I just could not understand. So this past fall semester (my last semester of my master’s program) I went online and purchased a measuring tape with all the fractions/measurements! What a difference, better late than never, now I can use it for home projects! I hope this may helps others or can just be a fun tool to have around the house when needed

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