Does Mindfulness Help Kids Manage Their Emotions?

from School Behaviour Secrets with Simon Currigan and Emma Shackleton · host Beacon School Support

Evidence shows that mindfulness can have a positive impact on the thoughts and emotions of adults. but is the same automatically true for children? And should we be investing time helping kids learn mindfulness techniques in class?In this episode of school behaviour secrets, we explore what mindfulness is, how to use it with children, and review the scientific research into mindfulness and children. All aimed at answering the question: Does mindfulness work for children who struggle with strong emotions?>Important links:Get our FREE SEN Behaviour Handbook: Download hereJoin our Inner Circle membership programme: Inner CircleDownload other FREE behaviour resources for use in school: Free SEMH resources

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Evidence shows that mindfulness can have a positive impact on the thoughts and emotions of adults. but is the same automatically true for children? And should we be investing time helping kids learn mindfulness techniques in class? In this episode of school behaviour secrets, we explore what mindfulness is, how to use it with children, and review the scientific research into mindfulness and children. All aimed at answering the question: Does mindfulness work for children who struggle with str...