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Learn About The Brain Christine Ghilain, Ph.D., ABPP-CN

I am a double board-certified clinical neuropsychologist bringing you all things brain health and lifestyle wellness!

Sleep is one of the most powerful tools for healthy brain development 🧠💤From newborns to teens, every stage of childhood...
09/08/2025

Sleep is one of the most powerful tools for healthy brain development 🧠💤

From newborns to teens, every stage of childhood comes with unique sleep needs that fuel growth, learning, memory, and emotional regulation. When kids don’t get enough rest, it impacts how they focus, behave, and learn.

Prioritizing sleep is one of the simplest ways to support your child’s brain and overall well-being!


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Our ability to manage emotions isn’t just about feeling calm. It’s deeply connected to how we think, learn, and grow! 🌱F...
09/05/2025

Our ability to manage emotions isn’t just about feeling calm. It’s deeply connected to how we think, learn, and grow! 🌱

From childhood through adolescence, the brain slowly builds the systems that support emotion regulation.

Swipe to learn how this process shapes learning and development 👉


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Ever feel like time just disappears? ⏳Visual timers can help turn abstract time into something you can see and manage—es...
09/03/2025

Ever feel like time just disappears? ⏳

Visual timers can help turn abstract time into something you can see and manage—especially if you struggle with focus, transitions, or time blindness.

Swipe through to learn how visual timers work, why they’re helpful for neurodivergent brains, and tips to start using them in daily life 👉


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09/01/2025

From understanding spoken words to expressing ideas clearly, the language domain gives us important insight into how the brain processes communication!

Keep an eye out for Part 2!


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Learning differently means your brain works in its own unique way 🧠The more you understand it, the better you can suppor...
08/29/2025

Learning differently means your brain works in its own unique way 🧠

The more you understand it, the better you can support it!


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08/27/2025

Deep in your brain lies a powerful network called the limbic system—often referred to as your emotional brain. It helps you feel, remember, react, and even survive. From the amygdala to the hippocampus, these structures work together to process emotions, regulate behavior, and store meaningful memories!


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These are a few of my favorite popular books that explore the brain, behavior, and what it means to be human—through mem...
08/25/2025

These are a few of my favorite popular books that explore the brain, behavior, and what it means to be human—through memoir, research, and real-life stories 📚

Curious about one of these titles or looking for your next read? Check out my Amazon Storefront through the link in my bio for more!


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Neuropsychological evaluations can reveal a lot more than people expect, from hidden strengths to areas that need suppor...
08/22/2025

Neuropsychological evaluations can reveal a lot more than people expect, from hidden strengths to areas that need support!

Many folks are surprised by how thorough the process is, or how validating it feels to finally have language for what they’ve been experiencing.

What surprised you the most during your evaluation? I’d love to hear in the comments 👇


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While testing can help clarify behavioral concerns, it's also a powerful tool for understanding learning styles, attenti...
08/20/2025

While testing can help clarify behavioral concerns, it's also a powerful tool for understanding learning styles, attention, memory, and emotional functioning. Every brain is different, and testing helps us better support each child’s unique needs!

Have questions about testing? Drop them below 👇


Pediatric Neuropsychology | Neuropsychologist | Brain Health | New Jersey Private Practice

Struggling with reading, writing, or math doesn’t mean someone isn’t capable. It just might mean they process informatio...
08/18/2025

Struggling with reading, writing, or math doesn’t mean someone isn’t capable. It just might mean they process information differently.

Swipe through to learn more about Specific Learning Disorders (SLDs), how they show up, how they’re diagnosed, and how support can change everything.

đź’ˇ Early intervention and understanding can make all the difference!


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Sometimes the hardest part is knowing where to start. How does one possibly begin to organize a study plan that covers e...
08/15/2025

Sometimes the hardest part is knowing where to start. How does one possibly begin to organize a study plan that covers everything under the umbrella of neuropsychology?

That's why I'm here!

If you’re curious about boards, dipping a toe into preparing for the multistep process, or deep in the trenches, I am here to help! In full transparency, I loved studying for (both) boards and found the extra time nerding out on topics that intrigued me after seeing a patient to be more “icing on the cake” rather than a grueling battle.

I created various packages to meet you wherever you are in the process and would be glad to join with you in your journey. You don’t know what you don’t know, and I will say boards showed me just how much room I had to grow in my knowledge of the brain bases of behavior. Added bonus, I regularly meet with folks who have gotten stuck at one point in the process or another, and nothing is more satisfying than cheering them on as they cross the finish line.

đź“š Head to my website to learn more or to book an initial consultation. Your future self (and your patients!) will thank you.


Neuropsychology | Neuropsychologist | Brain Health | New Jersey Private Practice

Executive functioning skills are the brain’s tools for getting things done—and they take time to develop.If your child s...
08/13/2025

Executive functioning skills are the brain’s tools for getting things done—and they take time to develop.

If your child struggles with planning, organization, follow-through, or emotional regulation, they’re not alone. These challenges are common, especially for gifted and twice-exceptional kids 🌿

Swipe through to learn what executive functioning is, how it shows up in daily life, and ways to support your child’s growth both in and out of school!


Pediatric Neuropsychology | Neuropsychologist | Brain Health | New Jersey Private Practice

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