Back-to-School Brain Boost: Routines, Resilience & the Real Impact of AI

Get ready to head back to school with powerful, practical strategies in this energizing episode of Strategies for Living! Hosts Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian welcome back Life Strategist Donesa Walker of the world's best LearningRx to explore how parents, students, and teachers can set the stage for academic and emotional success.Discover the six essential healthy habits for a smoother school transition, the cognitive benefits of structured routines, and why IQ scores are rising at LearningRx Shreveport. Plus, Donesa breaks down the surprising effects of AI on brain health, attention, and critical thinking—and what you can do about it.🎯 Whether you're a parent preparing your child, a student heading into a new grade, or a teacher building your classroom community, this episode is packed with insights on:Improving focus, organization, and cognitive staminaManaging anxiety with nutrition and structureCreating proactive family-school partnershipsThe risks of “brain rot” and passive tech useWhy Family Game Night might be your best academic strategy yet!Original airdate: 7/17/2025