📍 (England)

Last Monday the British government announced students will start practicing mindfulness in yo to 370 English schools. This is a part of a new study to improve the mental health of youth. Working with mental health experts, they will learn relaxation techniques, breathing exercises and other methods that will guide them in learning to control their emotions. The study will run until 2021.

Education secretary Damian Hinds said:

“Schools and teachers don’t have all the answers, nor could they, but we know they can play a special role which is why we have launched one of the biggest mental health trials in schools. These trials are key to improving our understanding of how practical, simple advice can help young people cope with the pressures they face.”

Sources:

NY Times

Gov.uk