🛡️ Student Mental Health Series *coming soon
Course overview
Lesson Overview

3.44 – Study Breaks That Actually Help: Breaks are not wasted time—they’re brain recovery sessions. Long study sessions without pauses reduce learning retention. Short, intentional breaks recharge energy and creativity. Try moving your body instead of scrolling social media. Stretch, walk, or hydrate to reset circulation. Music or deep breathing restores calm focus. Set timers for 45-minute study blocks followed by 10-minute breaks. Avoid staying in the same space; change scenery for a true reset. Use breaks to refocus goals before resuming. Snacks with protein or fruit stabilize brain energy. Write quick gratitude notes to refresh positivity. Too many breaks can derail momentum—find your ideal rhythm. Quality, not quantity, defines effective rest. Balanced pauses improve long-term memory. Strategic breaks build stronger outcomes and reduce burnout. Treat them as essential ingredients for sustained success.

About this course

Trauma-informed mental wellness lessons that help students manage emotions, build resilience, and stay safe in real-world situations—like bullying, grief, violence, and poverty. Built for schools, youth programs, and Medicaid-compliant services.

This course includes:
  • Step-by-step guidance for handling social pressure, conflict, and unsafe situations
  • Stories and messages that encourage students to speak up, stay safe, and take control of their future
  • Flexible learning options for classrooms, after-school programs, and independent use

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