BrainWise graduates are undaunted by Fake News – they use the 10 Wise Ways to help stem the flood of misinformation and practice good decision-making. This complements research on remedies found to halt the spread of false news: Scientists have identified thinking skills as an antidote for  people who unknowingly accept false, incomplete, or deceptive information as truth.   Social […]

BrainWise instructors know their students, families, and clients can answer the question, “What were you thinking?” They have taught BrainWise to people of all ages, educational backgrounds, cultures, and developmental abilities and are confident their graduates understand the roles neural pathways and the five  senses, limbic system, amygdala, hypothalamus, thalamus, and prefrontal cortex play in critical thinking. […]

As counselors, educators, and health providers, we see how youth with promise can be derailed by subtle and not-so-subtle pressure from their Constellation of Support.  Family members and friends normally considered to be “double lines” can become broken lines when they are threatened by an individual’s success. Fueled by fears of change, loss, or jealousy, […]