Integrating social-emotional learning in child education
Our early experiences as kids have a lasting impact on our health and wellbeing. From facing adverse childhood experiences to various social needs, kids are especially vulnerable to their environment, as their brains are still developing. Schools play a crucial role in helping to support kids. However, our education system today does not do enough to equip children to understand their mental wellbeing and emotions. So argues Jessica Gomez, Psy.D., a bilingual psychologist in Texas. Gomez is executive director of Momentous Institute, a nonprofit offering mental health services and operating an…
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