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06/02/2016

We have a NEW resource for you on students and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Learn about the different types of , the strengths and needs of people with ADHD, as well as strategies for working with students who have ADHD: http://bit.ly/1Vz1gbu

05/30/2016

Today, we remember those who have served our country. Have a safe and happy Memorial Day!

05/26/2016

People with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder ( ) show a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development, and that impacts learning. Learn about the three different kinds of ADHD in this infographic, including characteristics of each type: http://neahealthyfutures.org/wpcproduct/truth-adhd-infographic/

05/24/2016

We know your schedule is full - but are you making time for yourself and your physical health? Check out this blog post from NEA Deals and Discounts on how busy educators are fitting in fitness:

Your colleagues chimed in with easy, actionable tips for sneaking fitness into your school day. Finding the time to hit the gym can be a challenge, especially when you’re a busy educator. Your days, evenings and weekends are already crammed full. And even if you can find the time, sometimes finding...

05/18/2016

NEA Healthy Futures is proud to support residents of Flint through our partnership with Nestlé Waters. As an effort to ensure people have access to clean water, Nestlé sent a truck load of water jugs to Flint in April to assist residents with their bathing and cooking needs. Learn more in today's blog post:

When the city of Flint, Michigan switched its water source in 2014, issues with the water quality became immediately apparent. But it wasn’t until recently that the problems with the water supply, corrosion of pipes and lead in the water became national news. Now, the water situation had turned into...

05/16/2016

School-based mental health services are so important for students. And, recognizing Mental Health Month each May gives us an opportunity to raise awareness, rethink the misperceptions around mental illness, and recognize the mental health needs that we all share. Learn more in today's blog post:

The conversation around children’s mental health needs has been growing for years. There have been great advancements in neuropsychological research and neuroimaging that have improved our understanding of how our experiences affect brain chemistry and development. We now understand that exposure to...

05/12/2016

The end of the school year is approaching! And with it comes stress. Well, we've got 7 techniques to help manage that stress from NEA Member Benefits. Learn more on our blog:

Here’s how to keep calm, focused and on track until June. Although many people think the weeks leading up to summer break are a breeze for educators, it is, in fact, one of the most stressful times of the year. “There’s an incredible amount of paperwork for teachers to do and students often take adv...

05/08/2016

Time to celebrate all the moms out there!

05/05/2016

We have all heard stories about teachers who have been assaulted and continue to work in fear that they may be victimized by one of their students. In fact 80% of teachers in a nation-wide survey reported being victimized at least once within the current or past school year. Learn more on our blog:

This blog originally ran last month on the American Psychological Association’s “Psych Learning Curve: Where Psychology and Education Connect.” APA invited NEA Healthy Futures to comment on the issue of violence against teachers and share their resources and commitment to preventing and addressing v...

05/03/2016

Time to unplug for , May 2-8. We've got 7 fun ideas for celebrating Screen-Free Week for you family, or share the ideas with your students!

Let the TVs and video systems go dark for screen-free week. Limit computer use to necessary work and school activities whenever possible. Join people across the globe as they take back the enormous blocks of time that our plug-in devices are stealing from us — that we are GIVING THEM all too willing…

04/28/2016

Our Thursday Three roundup of interesting news stories is here! In this edition, learn about online bullying and special needs students, school breakfast, and how a parent's depression can harm kids' grades.

Definition of Thurs·day Three (ˈTHərzdē ˈthrē): Three unique stories curated for educators, parents, policy makers and others passionate about education. Topics include student health and development, learning readiness, school climate and social emotional learning, and school employee wellness. 1. …