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Summary
Today's schools struggle to find the best ways to improve children's academic performance, while also considering their social-emotional needs. This study assessed elementary children's (9-11 years) social and emotional learning after being involved in a classroom-based mindfulness training. The results of this study suggest promising outcomes for children who engage in mindfulness practices.
Citation
Schonert-Reichl, K. A., Oberle, E., Lawlor, M. S., Abbott, D., Thomson, K., Oberlander, T. F., Diamond, A. (2015). Enhancing Cognitive and Social-Emotional Development Through a Simple-to-Administer Mindfulness-Based School Program for Elementary School Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Developmental Psychology, 51, 52-66. doi:10.1037/a0038454