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ACE Clinics Advanced Cognitive Enhancement
Present
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The SharperPrograms Series
Software Programs that Dramatically
Enhance Attention Focus Concentration Memory
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ACE Clinics Advanced Cognitive Enhancement
We Specialize in

• ADD/ADHD/LD
• Head/Brain injuries
• Post Traumatic Stress
• Post Stroke conditions
• Aging related memory impairment
• Depression, anxiety, stress

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SharperBrain

• Improves concentration
• Improves focus
• Improves attention
• Reduces Impulsivity
• Reduces Hyperactivity
• Repairs attentional deficiencies associated with
  certain neurological imbalances

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SharperBrain Will help You

• Enhance speed of mental processing
• Improve discipline confidence
• Improve the ability to deal with distractions
• Improve learning ability
• Improve the ability to sustain focus for extended
  periods of time
• Reduce frustration
• Improve patience self control
• Improve listening ability
• Improve planning organization
• Improve problem solving

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SharperBrain Main features

• Simple to use, no knowledge in computers required
• Sharper Brain exclusive content free - cognitive
  training makes it easier for the brain to
  generalize what is learned during the training,
  then automatically apply it to every aspect of
  life
• Only 20 to 30 minutes daily practice required, 3
  to 5 times/week
• Fast and permanent results. The average training
  time is 3 months
• Suitable for all types of attention/concentration
  problems
• Suitable for children and adults
• An excellent solution for ADD, ADHD and most
  types of LD

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Brain Waves

• The brain produces various brain waves
  (frequencies)
• DELTA (the brain wave pattern for sleep the
  slowest brain wave pattern)
• THETA (just prior to falling asleep, a
  transitional brain wave pattern prior to moving
  into Delta, also used for meditation and
  hypnosis. Dominant in most ADD/ADHD.)
• ALPHA (a light disengagement from reality, often
  referred to as daydreaming. Calm state of
  attention)
• BETA 1 (concentration, focus. Also known as SMR)
• BETA 2 (alert state)
• BETA 3, 4 (higher states of arousal)

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How Does It Work?

• Individuals with ADD/ADHD/LD present low Beta
  waves and excess Theta waves
• General problems of attention/focus/concentration/
  memory present increased slow brain activity
  (Alpha, Theta, Delta)
• Good attention and focus can be achieved by
  improving Beta-to-slow-brain-activity ratio
• This ratio can be significantly and permanently
  improved using the SharperBrain program

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Cognitive Abilities - I

• SharperBrains innovative technology also trains
  for a variety of cognitive skills including

• Concept comprehension - understanding tasks and
  concepts
• Working memory - retaining necessary information
  for short periods of time, yet long enough to
  complete specific tasks
• Sequential processing - working with pieces of
  information, one after another
• Simultaneous processing or multitasking -
  processing a few pieces of information at the
  same time
• Attention duration - Sustaining attention for
  longer periods

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Cognitive Abilities - II

• Processing speed - the speed with which
  information is processed
• Selective attention - focusing on one task at a
  time
• Divided attention - focusing on more than one
  task at a time
• Sensory motor coordination - coordinating sensory
  and motor skills
• Visual processing - working with visual images
• Auditory processing - working with sounds
• Audio-visual coordination - working with both
  sound and visuals, simultaneously
• Peripheral vision noticing background details
  while focusing on a task.

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Learning Disabilities (LD)

• Without exceptions, all LD individuals have
  excessive slow brain wave activity (typically
  Theta) and diminished Beta, (focus, attention,
  concentration)
• Side effects of slow brain activity impedes
  frontal lobe activation.
• LD individuals have difficulties in performing
  many of the cognitive skills described earlier.

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Retraining the Brain - I

• SharperBrain teaches the brain to produce higher
  levels of Alpha (calm attention), Beta 1,(focus
  concentration) and Beta 2 (alertness)
• The ability to shift between these states of
  attention (Attentional Flexibility) is very
  important for focusing, remembering, processing
  information and learning in general
• SharperBrain also trains the brain to develop all
  fundamental cognitive skills

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Retraining the Brain - II

• You or your child will follow certain activities
  on a computer screen and will need to respond to
  instructions given before each level.
• There are 36 levels (plus optional 18 advanced
  levels). Each level presents different cognitive
  challenges and the user is tested for speed and
  accuracy.
• The program is language independent therefore,
  the brain can more easily generalize the skills
  developed during practice to other areas.

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Infrared based EEG
This cutting age technologies enables clinicians
to measure activity in the frontal lobes the
seat of our higher cognitive functions such as
planning, organizing, problem solving and
attention. SharperBrain was developed and fine
tuned using this EEG technology.
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Graphs Stats
The program monitors your progress, each and
every level
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Graphs Stats
The program compares performance each time
training is repeated
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Patient Testimonials

• "It's been 8 weeks since my son David started the
  program, and everyone has noticed the changes.
  What I've found out is that his self-confidence
  has greatly improved. He told me that He is
  actually looking forward to going back to school.
  I couldn't believe my ears when he said that.
• Sandra Yue, L.A.

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Professional Endorsement

• The SharperBrain program is innovative and
  effective. It can be accessible to all and has
  shown to be a much-needed contribution to the
  fields of attention deficit, learning
  disabilities and memory. The program should be
  widely used so that more people can benefit from
  such a valuable program and so that all people
  have the chance to improve their skills and
  increase their self-esteem.
• Dr. Jackie Eldridge
• ONTARIO INSTITUTE FOR STUDIES IN EDUCATION OF
  THE UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO

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SharperMemory

• Trains the brain to dramatically enhance short
  term, working, and long term memory
• The program focuses on words, numbers, names,
  shapes, colors, objects, abstracts and user
  defined terms.
• It trains both the visual and auditory aspects of
  memory.

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SharperMemory
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Types of Memory

• Short Term Memory Sensory information we intake
  on a moment to moment basis
• Working Memory What we are actually working on
  at the moment
• Long Term Memory What we store for future
  retrieval

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How is SharperMemory different from other
programs?

• Unlike other programs on the market that help
  compensate for memory deficiencies,
  SharperMemory actually repairs and corrects many
  of the problems associated with poor memory.

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How Does It Work?

• The program works on expanding digit span. In
  other words, it enhances the brains capacity to
  quickly store, then retrieve larger amounts of
  information
• The program trains many content-related aspects
  of memory including
• words, images, numbers, concepts, shapes,
  colors, names
• The program trains both visual and auditory
  aspects of memory
• The program starts with easy levels and gradually
  progresses to more difficult ones.
• The results of training with SharperMemory
  translates into immediate improvement of all
  memory capacities

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Testimonial

• Not only is he (note her 10 year old son) so
  much more focused when studying, but he also
  seems to be much calmer.
• Brenda Miller, Toronto

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Testimonial

• Connor received an academic award today for the
  student who had progressed the most this year.
  His Math mark went up to 85 (at the beginning of
  the year it was 52). THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK
  YOU for SHARPERBRAIN!!!!
• Verona Clark, South Africa

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Professional References

• The Memory Course as well as The Sharper
  Programs series, which are based on his (note
  Dr. Gottfrieds) innovative approach to resolve
  cognitive difficulties, will no doubt prove to be
  an excellent tool for those wanting to improve
  their memory and concentration."
• Dr. Morris Ray MD, CCFP, FAAOM

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Testimonial

• The teacher noticed positive improvements in
  his behavior and school performancehe is less
  hyperactive, more attentive in class, more
  focused in finishing school tasks and during
  exams. He is finishing his homework in less time
  than before. I also observed less unnecessary
  noise that he used to make when alone. Indeed
  SharperBrain really worked for him. I'm grateful
  to you and to this program.
• Dr. Rosanna Paloma (Pediatrician)

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Professional Endorsement

• I recommend these programs because they can be
  used by the majority of patients seeking help in
  optimizing brain function.  They would, no doubt,
  prove to be invaluable for patients and
  professionals dealing with cognitive problems.
• Dr. Gordon Ko,  MD CCFP(EM) FRCPC
• Senior university associate professor and
  lecturer, University of Toronto, Dept. of
  Medicine, (Sunnybrook hospital).

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About Us

• SharperBrain SharperMemory have been developed
  by Bob Gottfried, PhD.
• a Neuro-cognitive specialist and the Clinical
  Director of Advanced Wellness Programs and
  Advanced Cognitive Enhancement (ACE) Clinics.
• The programs have been extensively tested with
  many individuals suffering from memory,
  concentration and other cognitive impairments.

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Contact us
www.SharperPrograms.com
Info_at_SharperPrograms.com Tel 647 439 8416 We
are located in Toronto, Canada