Extended Time: The Antibiotic of Accommodations
Nearly 9 in 10 test-takers without a disability say extra time would help them — and the data say they're right.
Accommodations: Why Your School Said ‘Yes’ and the Board Exam Says ‘Prove It’
Why accommodations granted in college, law school, or med school don't automatically transfer to the Bar, USMLE, MCAT, or Board exams — and what actually carries forward.
A Diagnosis Isn’t An Accommodation
Diagnosis is a clinical judgment. Accommodation is a legal determination. They share a lot of ground, but they're not interchangeable — and the gap between them is where most accommodation requests live or die.
Writing Reports That Survive Scrutiny: What High-Stakes Reviewers Look For
A clinically accurate report and a reviewable report aren't the same thing — and the gap between them costs applicants every day.
Are We Over-Diagnosing Kids—Or Just Understanding Them Better?
If it feels like more kids are being diagnosed than ever before, you’re not wrong. The answer is more nuanced, and often more encouraging, than it seems.
Screens, Kids, & Brains: The Science of Setting Limits
Screens aren’t just a habit; they’re tapping directly into how kids’ brains are wired. Here’s how to set limits in a way that actually sticks.
Fine at School, Meltdowns at Home: What Parents Need to Know
What looks like a sudden meltdown at home often starts much earlier in the day. Many kids are holding more together at school than it appears.
Crash Course: Understanding ADHD & Big Emotions
Understanding the link between ADHD and big emotions in children. Brief strategies for parents on how to help their child effectively manage strong emotions.
Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Therapist: What’s the Difference?
Differentiating between provider terms, who can do and does what, and which provider may be the most appropriate for you or your child.
Diving Deep: What is Giftedness?
Understanding giftedness, including how and why we identify and determine gifted children, and how psychoeducational testing aids in determining giftedness.
Requesting Accommodations: SAT/PSAT and AP Exams
Navigating and understanding the process of requesting testing accommodations for College Board exams (i.e., SAT/PSAT, AP Exams, etc.).