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Have you ever noticed that after a long walk, a run, or even a tough cycling climb, your mind feels a little lighter? It’s not just in your head. Movement is in fact medicine! When your muscles contract, something powerful happens inside your brain and body. What happens? A natural chemistry shift that helps to …
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High school can be a time of intense growth and transition for teens and executive functioning skills are essential to helping them thrive. For some high schoolers, however, executive functioning skills may need to be actively supported. As parents, we can play a crucial role in helping our teens build these skills, setting them up for greater success in high school and beyond.
Social media scrolling, while entertaining, can subtly erode our ability to focus and sustain attention. With intentional habits and mindful practices, it’s possible to regain control over our attention span and our mental health.
