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Neurodevelopmental Disorders

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The Emotional Impact of Learning Difficulties: A Psychotherapeutic and Neuropsychological Approach

Neuropsychologist and psychotherapist Cesia Argumedo explores how to address the emotional impact of learning difficulties through neuropsychological assessment, psychotherapy, and cognitive rehabilitation.  This clinical executive summary examines the emotional impact of learning difficulties, highlighting neuropsychological assessment as a key therapeutic intervention for validating patients’ suffering and changing failure narratives. It also proposes a comprehensive approach …

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New Cognitive Stimulation Activities for Children in 2026

At NeuronUP, we are sharing a roundup of the new cognitive stimulation activities for children that we have published during these months of 2026. Why it is important to work on new cognitive stimulation activities for children Maintaining young children’s motivation during rehabilitation and cognitive stimulation sessions is one of the greatest challenges we face …

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Hyperfocus in Children with ADHD: Neuropsychological Assessment and Cognitive Flexibility Strategies

Child neuropsychologist Paola Díaz Infante explores how to manage hyperfocus in children with ADHD, addressing its neurocognitive foundations and offering rehabilitation strategies and key considerations for clinical assessment. This article explains what hyperfocus in children with ADHD is, why it does not contradict the diagnosis, and how it can be assessed from a child neuropsychology …

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Sleep Disturbances and Executive Function in Childhood Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Clinical Assessment and Implications for Neuropsychological Intervention

Sandra Fonz Bujalance, occupational therapist, addresses the close relationship between sleep disturbances and executive function in children with neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism and ADHD. We analyze sleep architecture and its impact on the maturation of prefrontal networks, detailing the specific clinical profiles associated with ADHD, autism, and language disorders. We provide key guidance for …

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Clinical Approach to Dyscalculia in Children and Adolescents: A Guide to Neuropsychological Assessment and Intervention

Neuropsychologist Salus Corpas Molina offers a guide to the assessment and cognitive rehabilitation of dyscalculia in children and adolescents, examining warning signs, assessment protocols, and intervention strategies.  Executive summary with the key points of this article: 1. What developmental dyscalculia is and the warning signs at each developmental stage.2. What the neurocognitive foundations of dyscalculia …

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Neurodevelopmental disorders and a gender perspective: keys to a more equitable diagnosis and intervention

Child and adolescent neuropsychologist Alba Martínez addresses in this article the neurodevelopmental disorders from a gender perspective.  1. Introduction Neurodevelopmental disorders are a heterogeneous group of conditions that affect cognitive, behavioral and socioemotional development from early stages of life. Despite advances in research, a significant gap remains in the identification, diagnosis and treatment of these …

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ADHD in adults: lesser-known symptoms, late diagnosis, and effective treatment

In this article, neuropsychologist Ana Utrilla Lack addresses the most relevant aspects of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults. Introduction Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder, which implies that its symptoms must have begun before age 12. However, it is often not detected or diagnosed during childhood. For this reason, it is common in the …

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The importance of early intervention in neurodevelopmental disorders: tools and effective approaches

On the occasion of Brain Awareness Week 2025, this article explores the relevance of early intervention in neurodevelopmental disorders, the available assessment tools, and the most effective therapeutic approaches for neuropsychology and psychology professionals. Introduction Early intervention in neurodevelopmental disorders is a key factor for improving prognosis and quality of life for patients. Various studies …

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Activities for people with dyslexia

If you work with people with dyslexia, here is a selection of activities to help you improve cognitive stimulation interventions for people with dyslexia. In this article you will find a selection of five exercises to work on dyslexia, a learning disorder that affects between 5% and 15% of the world’s population. Take a look …

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