SEL & the Brain: How They Work Together to Form the Whole Child
Today’s teachers understand the fundamentals of social and emotional learning (SEL) and how to apply it in the classroom. Still, how SEL helps in students’ brain development is often overlooked. According to the Aspen Institute and their report The Brain Basis for Integrated Social, Emotional, and Academic Development, the science on how the brain develops helps […]
Neurological Benefits of Yoga During Addiction Recovery
Chronic substance use causes significant neurological deficits from cognitive dysfunction to balance and coordination issues. Yoga is used in many addiction recovery programs as it helps the brain release chemicals that not only help those with substance use disorders (SUDs) relax but lower stress levels. However, the benefits of yoga go far beyond promoting relaxation. Thanks […]
The Brain Benefits of Music and Mindfulness
Music and mindfulness are known for promoting happiness, reducing stress, and even transporting individuals to another world. However, these two forms of relaxation may change more than just our mood. Researchers are working to understand how music and meditation can positively affect the brain. This article takes a deep dive into the latest research on […]