A study of 800 children conducted over a period of 20 years from kindergarten through age mid-20's found that those who learned social skills of helpfulness and caring at an early age were more likely to have achieved success by early adulthood. Youngsters who had problems resolving conflicts, sharing, cooperating, and listening were less likely to have completed high school or college, and more likely to have problems with substance abuse.
Funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the study highlights the connection between brain health and a person's overall health. Researchers found that success in school involved both social-emotional and cognitive learning. When children learn to interact effectively with peers and how to control their emotions, it can impact how their adult lives take shape. Study: http://www.upworthy.com/researchers-studied-kindergarteners-behavior-and-followed-up-19-years-later-here-are-the-findings
InnerAct Alliance offers best practice prevention education programs like Keep A Clear Mind, Too Good for Drugs, Project ALERT, and social norms to students in Polk County Schools to help positively influence students' attitudes, beliefs, and perceptions regarding alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and other substance use and risky behaviors.
Our agency also offers a fun program for younger children that features instruction by a humane educator using age-appropriate literature, critical thinking techniques, and activities to encourage healthy ways to show kindness, interact with peers, and promote animal welfare. Learn more about our FREE education programs by calling InnerAct Alliance at (863) 802-0777.
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