Building stronger, healthier brains
for a better future
Since 2003 our preventative mental health program has equipped students, educators, and families with mental fitness tools that build greater emotional literacy and improve resilience to face challenges with optimism, strength, and compassion.
The power of mental fitness
Our evidence-based curriculum creates long-term impact by teaching about the emotional center of the brain. Each of our lessons has a direct neurological correlate to strengthen students’ ability to regulate emotions, focus attention, and build empathy.
“These are our children, they are our future. It’s time to advocate for preventative mental health programs in every school.”
GOLDIE HAWN
Founder and Chair of MindUP
Our rigorous research sets us apart
Our evidence-based curriculum has the following proven outcomes for students
Schonert-Reichl & Lawlor, 2010; Schonert-Reichl et al., 2015.
Improved academic performance, especially in math and language arts
Demonstrated positive effects on reducing aggression
Greater ability to self-regulate
emotions
Better stress regulation as assessed
by the stress hormone, cortisol
Seen as more prosocial, trustworthy, and liked by peers
Increased optimism and happiness
