Mindfulness for Students and The Smileyscope

Today’s Solutions: November 17, 2024

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Mindfulness for Students and The Smileyscope

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This week is all about kids!

Karissa shares how schools in the US are championing students’ emotional well being with school-wide mindfulness practice. Then, Arielle explains the Smileyscope, a VR tool for young patients that transforms scary medical procedures (like getting a needle) into an immersive adventure.

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This article was originally published on February 9, 2024

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