Hidden Brain. National Public Radio.
A National Public Radio Hidden Brain series podcast discussing the physiological and psychological benefits of spending time in nature.
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A TED talk in which Shawn Achor discusses research on happiness in work. Findings relating to gratitude, journaling, exercising, meditation, and random acts of kindness are presented.
Researcher and Social Work Scholar Brené Brown discusses the importance of empathy in creating authentic, vulnerable connections with others.
A journal article reviewing the effect of gratitude on psychological and physical well-being. Findings suggest a positive relationship between gratitude and well-being across three studies. (2003). Robert A. Emmons & Michael E. McCullough. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology.
A brief article discussing research findings that demonstrate the effectiveness of labeling emotions to reduce arousal.
This video from the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University highlights the active ingredients of resilience, highlighting the importance of positive relationships with caring adults in helping children develop the skills to manage stress and cope with experiences of adversity.
This video, from Harvard University's Center on the Developing Child, describes the science of resilience as a balance between protective factors and adversity. Discusses the interaction of genes and experience in the production of positive outcomes.
This video, from the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University introduces the fundamentals of resilience and discusses reasons some children thrive despite experiences of adversity.
A series of 22 brief videos that highlight simple, evidence-based strategies for engaging all learners, regardless of developmental starting points and/or experiences of adversity.
Pediatrician Nadine Burke Harris describes the impacts of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on the developing brain and highlights the importance of medicine and related fields to engage in prevention and treatment efforts to combat these effects.
This book, by Patricia Jennings, provides practical tools for creating a trauma-sensitive classroom that promotes resilience for all children. This resource incorporates mindfulness and compassion practices to foster resilience of teachers and students alike.
This resource provides an overview of a tiered-approach to creating a trauma-informed school environment for students, staff, and families including detailing the core areas of a trauma-informed school at each tier of intervention.