The four-member SpaceX Crew-8 aboard Crew Dragon Endeavour returned to Earth early Friday, completing their nearly eight-month mission in space.

From hugging to hypnosis, these stress relievers are backed by serious research—find out which one works best for you.

Discover why more content isn’t solving your boredom but making it worse.

The bias may make it harder for depressed and anxious people to take a risk on a new relationship, job or other career opportunity.

The therapy helps the brain work more efficiently and lifts depression.

Discover the hidden force shaping your social habits—and why you’re not even aware of it.

Quick decisions could be costing you—find out how to improve them.

It is linked to higher risk of self-harm and suicidal thoughts.

Study of workplace stress finds there's a better way to cope than relaxation.

Does AI pose a threat to democracy? Law professor Lawrence Lessig dissects how this emerging technology could influence democratic institutions, warning that we’ve already passed a point (before superintelligence or AGI) that deserves a lot more attention.

Are you thinking about a career that really makes a difference? Consider counseling. It’s more than just a job; it’s a lifeline for many. Counselors dive into the world of human emotions and experiences, offering a guiding light to those navigating life’s complexities. This isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about listening, understanding, and […]

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Although common ‘disorders’ (e.g., eating disorders, anxiety, and depression) look different on the surface, there are some common underlying mechanisms. One of these is checking. I’m going to go explain the role of checking in a selection of common mental health problems. Checking in Health Anxiety Examples: – Person goes to the Dr for blood […]

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I have a free 30 Day Project Calendar that you can use for practicing mindfulness.  There are some instructions and tips at the bottom of the calendar itself and also some more in-depth tips below the image.  If you want to print the calendar, you may prefer this printable PDF version.   Full Instructions Mindfulness […]

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Social distancing is forcing school business to be conducted virtually, putting school boards in the difficult spot of making crucial decisions on spending and other issues without the same level of public input.

The law passed after parent groups lobbied for it and will require schools to provide 20 consecutive minutes of recess daily for students in kindergarten through 6th grade.

Chief technology officers are facing an unprecedented test of digital preparedness due to the coronavirus pandemic, struggling with shortfalls of available learning devices and huge Wi-Fi access challenges.

Some states, such as California, Kentucky and North Dakota plan to use the Every Student Succeeds Act to bolster the decision-making powers of their local school boards in the coming years.

With the plan's approval, North Dakota's educators will experience some of the nation's most dramatic changes under the Every Student Succeeds Act this fall.

Researchers interviewed scores of principals in 19 states on how they’ve coped and the lessons they’re taking away from the pandemic’s disruption.

Chief technology officers are facing an unprecedented test of digital preparedness due to the coronavirus pandemic, struggling with shortfalls of available learning devices and huge Wi-Fi access challenges.

Marc Tucker reviews David Driscoll's new book, 'Commitment and Common Sense', and describes how the Massachusetts reforms are comparable to those in top performing education systems around the world.

Too often, teachers are asked to use SEL practices without enough training and ongoing support, tanking the effectiveness.

Relying on newly available data under ESSA, a local advocacy group found several districts that spend more money on wealthy students than poor students, despite the state's intentions.

Massachusetts is the fifth state to join the Innovative Assessment Demonstration Authority created through the Every Student Succeeds Act, which allows states to experiment with new forms of testing.

The Virginia Beach City schools, urged on by parents, decided to make a big change, doubling the amount of recess the district offered, from just 15 minutes a day to 30.

The extensions will let schools and community groups continue feeding students with fewer restrictions than typical under the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs.

U.S. Ed Secretary DeVos has approved plans for 46 states, plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Still waiting: California, Florida, Oklahoma, and Utah.

Watch a discussion between three educators who ran for their state legislatures about their experiences on the campaign trail.

Building science lessons around phenomena that students know equally and can see in their own lives is making the subject more relevant and interesting.

The latest approvals mean 12 of the 17 state plans submitted so far for Every Student Succeeds Act implementation have been given the federal go-ahead.

Students returning to schools in Virginia and New York this fall will be required to participate in mental-health education as part of their health and physical education courses.

The state will be required to test all students using grade level tests, except for those with significant cognitive disabilities.

The money, which will be allocated over three years, is expected to make major and minor improvements to schools throughout the city.

U.S. Ed Secretary DeVos has approved plans for 46 states, plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Still waiting: California, Florida, Oklahoma, and Utah.

A former high school athletic standout and homecoming king, Pedro Garcia III “could connect with anybody,” no matter the language, said a teaching colleague in Cozad, Neb.

“Vaccines are a choice and people have the choice and will have the choice in this state as to whether or not they should take that vaccine,” the governor said.

Court-ordered school desegregation has been more successful in the South than in any other region of the country, but researchers have noted a new threat: the growing number of communities that are seceding from larger school districts to form their own.

A state department leader outlines the challenges and benefits of partnering with researchers in school turnaround efforts in Tennessee.

A state department leader outlines what Tennessee is learning about teacher improvement and where the state still needs to learn more.

A school district in Tennessee says it no longer wants teachers to use crowdfunding websites to get extra school supplies.

A statewide survey of educators in Tennessee provides critical insights into connections that exist between standards, curriculum, professional development, and ultimately student success.