Why can't I remember what my parents just asked me to do? Why do I feel
stressed out at school when the teacher is writing on the board and
talking at the same time? And what can I do about it?
Working memory issues affect a huge proportion of kids with learning
differences like ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and ASD. These issues can
make them feel frustrated or bored, as working memory and intelligence
are two very different things. Kids with working memory problems can
also act out in the classroom and at home.
In this child-friendly and authoritative guide, international working
memory expert Dr Tracy Packiam Alloway walks you through what working
memory is, what it feels like to have problems with your working memory,
and what you can do about it. She presents key tips and strategies, such
as the benefits of eating chocolate or of barefoot running, that will
help children both at home and at school, and includes a section at the
end for adults describing how we can test for working memory issues.