Duluth Core Learning

A simple head turn can tell us a lot! 🧠

In this clip, we're observing the influence of the Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR) on movement. Assessing reflex patterns is one way clinicians gather information about the sensory-motor foundations that support attention, coordination, visual skills, and learning.

Every movement pattern adds another piece to the puzzle.🧩

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The more ridiculous it sounds, the harder the brain works! 🧠

Nonsense reading removes shortcuts, challenging the brain's phonological, visual, and attention systems. Overtime, this results in more fluent and automatic reading skills!

Age 3-5 --> Mirroring is very common and often developmentally appropriate.

Ages 6-8 --> Some involuntary movement is still considered typical!

Ages 9+ --> Mirroring is considered atypical and can indicate possible processing challenges that can then impact learning skills and efficiency.

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