Frequently Asked Questions 

1. Why does CanLearn's program work?

2. How does CanLearn's program differ from other neurodevelopment programs?

3. Why is stimulus, frequency, duration, consistency and intensity important to brain development program?

4. How long does it take a CanLearn program to work?

5. What happens after a CanLearn program is completed?

6. What limits would you place on a child with disabilities or learning issues?

1. Why does CanLearn's program work?

We evaluate the whole child and look at all their developmental strong points, weak areas and missing areas. We review prenatal reflexes to evaluate is steps of development were missed while in the womb, We then develop an individualized program based on their sensory development in  visual, auditory, tactile,  and emotional sensing, processing, and output and their motor development in behavior, language, gross and fine motor processing, output and coordination of multiple skills. 

2. How does CanLearn's program differ from other neurodevelopment programs?

CanLearn evaluates the whole child and the whole brain including social, emotional and behavior issues. No other program works with all these issues in combination. CanLearn develops programs that can be done at home with parents, in schools or in juvenile justice programs. We evaluate how the brain senses, processes, stores, perceives and acts on data. 

3. Why is stimulus, frequency, duration, consistency and intensity important to brain development program?

Their are five primary principals in brain plasticity. Plasticity is the ability of the brain to change.  

1. Stimulus is the activity or exercise we provide to allow brain pathways to mature and develop in a way that they can be maintained and sustain a greater capacity.

2. Frequency is the number of times the exercise is practiced.

3. Duration is the amount of time you practice an exercise. Too short of time will not allow the brain to absorb the process. Too long of time and the brain will fatigue and shut down.

4. Intensity is the willingness of the child to participate. CanLearn works very hard in developing exercises and programs that are diverse and fun for children.

5. Consistency means that you keep doing the exercises on a repetitive basis. We recommend at least three sessions per week. Some of our families on home or video home program do exercises five times a week.

The brain works on five basic principles -- sensing, processing, storing, perceiving, and acting. 

4. How long does it take a CanLearn program to work?

Each child is different. Each family is different. Depending on the child's issues and willingness, the commitment of the family and the proper frequency, intensity and consistency a program made last from 12 months to 36 months.

5. What happens after a CanLearn program is completed?

Because the brain is more organized the child should be able to learn more easily. Friendships should begin to develop and life in general should be easier. A child can go on to an accelerated program if the family chooses.

6. What limits would you place on a child with disabilities or learning issues?

They are a child first with a disability second. Treat them as you would any other child as much as possible. Introduce them to new experiences and environments. Role model social and emotional skills. Help them think by being their external brain but do not do their thinking for them.