Why bouncing is brain medicine for kids

If your child with ADHD seems to need constant movement, this episode will change the way you see it. Today Mon explains the science behind bouncing and jumping, and why rhythmic, repetitive movement is one of the most powerful tools you have for helping your child regulate their nervous system and focus. You will learn exactly what is happening in the brain during movement, why it matters so much for children living with ADHD, and how to build it into your daily routine without any fuss using a simple habit stack strategy. Hit play and discover why a mini trampoline might just be the best investment you make this year.SCIENCE REFERENCESBlomqvist, S., Olsson, J., Wallin, L., Wester, A., & Rehn, B. (2013). Adolescents with intellectual disability have reduced postural balance and muscle performance in trunk and lower limbs. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 34(1), 198–203.Archer, T., & Kostrzewa, R.M. (2012). Physical exercise alleviates ADHD symptoms: Regional deficits and development trajectory. Neurotoxicity Research, 21(2), 195–209.Ratey, J.J., & Hagerman, E. (2008). Spark: The Revolutionary New Science of Exercise and the Brain. Little, Brown and Company.Wilkes, S., Cordier, R., Bundy, A., Docking, K., & Munro, N. (2011). A play-based intervention for children with ADHD: A pilot study. Australian Occupational Therapy Journal, 58(4), 231–240.