Our constant connectivity, through our phones and other web devices, provides unprecedented access to information and presents a constant temptation for multitasking. Any activity, from making dinner to walking your child to school, can be accompanied by music, photos, or social media updates. We are drawn to multitasking for many reasons: convenience boredom instant social […]
Getting Children to Move More
Moving your body is fun, feels good and helps you be healthy and strong. Moreover, the more your body does something, the better you can do it. The process involves muscle memory, coordination, fine motor and gross motor skills. For example, the more you skip rope the better you get at it, which makes you […]
Importance of Sleep Can’t be Over Stated!
Sleep gives your body the opportunity to relax and refresh. During sleep your heart rate, respiration rate, blood pressure, muscle tension, and oxygen consumption all decease. Chronic stress can lead to burnout, anger, depression and medical problems. Impacts of Sleep Sleep has been linked to the following: Learning and memory Sleep helps your brain commit […]