Before my 13 year old son entered puberty and started getting migraines and scoliosis, I think he learned twice as fast as most kids. These issues, along with normal puberty changes, definitely caused some disruption to cognitive processes but he is able to work around it. When he is not distracted by pain he still learns very quickly which is why he is still able to learn lines, lyrics and dances in musical theater in time to do the shows.
I was surprised how quickly he learned guitar chords last night with his new Rocksmith that plugs into his electric guitar. He also does well in piano when he doesn't have a headache or back pain.
