How are weak cognitive skills identified?
Cognitive skills are not easy to see or recognize through casual observation. They function behind the scenes as you process the information received from every possible source – sound, touch, sight, and even information received from yourself when you are thinking, speculating, or recalling. Because of this ‘behind the scenes’ nature, an appropriate assessment test is essential for the identification and treatment of weak cognitive skills. There are, however, common traits that children with weak cognitive skills often display, including: • Difficulty paying attention • Poor test scores, grades or reading comprehension • Poor memory • Difficulty organizing activity • Poor study and work habits • Taking a long time to complete tasks • Disinterest (or dislike) in school Parents can take a full online evaluation at www.learningrx.com to help them further identify their child’s weak cognitive skills. To schedule a cognitive skills assessment, please call 832.482.3082. How does cognitive s
