Over the past two years researchers at the Center for BrainHealth have studied strategic learning abilities in children with ADHD/ADD. This study led to the discovery that more than 90% of the children tested were not performing strategic learning as well as their typically developing peers.
The Strategic Memory and Reasoning Training (SMART) program was developed by scientists at the Center for BrainHealth to improve strategic learning skills in children and adults. Children are assessed at the Center for BrainHealth and if qualified, are invited to participate in the SMART intervention program.
During the school year, SMART for children with ADHD/ADD consists of 10 sessions over four weeks. SMART consists of strategy instruction and practice to help children learn to process and store information efficiently. In addition, the strategies taught in SMART help children understand “the big picture,” a crucial skill for academic success.
If you have a child with ADHD/ADD or would like more information regarding the SMART program, please contact the SMART team at 214.905.3007.
The SMART program is funded by the Sparrow Foundation and is part of research studies from the Center for Advanced ADHD Research Treatment and Education.
