Frank Kros
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Sleep remains a critical personal resilience practice. In latest research, just 3 consecutive nights of sleep loss resulted in a pile-up of angry, nervous, irritable and frustrated feelings and negative physical symptoms.
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A new study looked at the consequences of sleeping fewer than six hours for eight consecutive nights -- the minimum duration of sleep that experts say is necessary to support optimal health in...
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More support for extinguishing harsh parental discipline practices. They don't work.
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A study of more than one thousand twins unearthed some interesting findings about the nature of adolescent misbehavior and discipline
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Loss has been the common experience of COVID-19. Kids who have lost a parent are particularly vulnerable and need our support.
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Approximately 40,000 children in the United States may have lost a parent to COVID-19 since February 2020, according to a statistical model created by a team of researchers. The researchers anticip...
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A great idea for student presentations and projects.
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In a two-year study that could help guide educators developing the post-pandemic new normal, student groups at the assigned to make video presentations showed more creativity and risk-taking than...
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Writing on paper remains "more advanced and useful" for memory formation than electronic options. Keep writing--not just typing!
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A study of university students and recent graduates has revealed that writing on physical paper can lead to more brain activity when remembering the information an hour later. Researchers say that...
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The timing of maltreatment in childhood impacts how and when social/emotional responses occur.
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Children who are exposed to abuse before they are eleven years old, and those exposed to abuse both in childhood and adolescence may be more likely to develop conduct problems (such as bullying or...
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For both students and adults, the "voice inside our head" is a powerful force. I've encouraged positively leveraging of this inner voice in my workshops. I'm now seeing more and more articles talking about this "ultimate influencer."
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The pandemic has made your inner critic start working overtime. But we can fix that. Here's how to be happier without really trying....
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In a new study, these three characteristics predicted Problematic Internet Use (PIU) id adolescents: 1) Loneliness; 2) Neglectful Parenting and; 3) Being Male. Depression is a likely outcome.
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Time on the internet can be informative, instructive and even pleasant, there is already significant literature on the potential harm caused by young children's problematic internet use (PIU). A new...
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Some emerging data on the adolescent mental health post-COVID.
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A disease of the body attacks young minds
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RT @EricJensenBrain: Do a short daily workout is simple. Giving a hug is simple. Saving 10% of your income is simple. Sending a "Thank You"….
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Create a ritual. Feel less lonely. How might this be adapted to remote learners of all ages?
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A new study has found people who adopt unique rituals to make everyday tasks more meaningful might feel less lonely.
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It is always exciting to share stories about innovative people creating programs that boost both protective factors and resilience for youth.
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The effort was started by a D.C.-raised comedian who lost a nephew to the city’s gun violence.
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RT @Amen_Clinics: Your brain needs you to love and care for it, or it will never be able to fully take care of you.#MentalHealthMonday #Mot….
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Adolescents are academically motivated by multiple factors. A sense of "belonging" in their school is one of them.
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Parents may fear that if their high school student isn't motivated to do well in classes, there's nothing that will change that. But a new study that followed more than 1,600 students over two years...
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New behavior will require new responses. Now is the time for educators to gather and develop behavior responses consistent with their values. This article highlights some of the unique challenges facing schools after lockdowns are lifted.
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For teachers, school discipline during the pandemic has been confounding. Few have received much guidance.
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The social media structure taps into the brain's reward system in a powerful way. For some, it is irresistible.
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Our use of social media, specifically our efforts to maximize 'likes,' follows a pattern of 'reward learning,' concludes a new study by an international team of scientists. Its findings reveal...
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Childhood resilience is getting more attention in our current pandemic context. For homeless preschoolers, a positive relationship with teachers appears to be a robust buffer.
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A recent study of homeless preschoolers found a strong correlation between the bonds those children formed with teachers and the children's risk of behavioral and emotional problems.
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The adolescent brain is ever fascinating. This new study challenges the conventional wisdom about how bullies choose victims.
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New findings suggest why anti-bullying programs don't work. A new study demonstrates that teens' rivals are often their own friends.
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