Healthy Minds

Connecting the Brain, Emotions & Thoughts

Students explore the neuroscience behind why we react the way we do. The lesson introduces a simple three-part model of the brain (Primitive, Feeling, Thinking) and explains how emotions and thoughts are connected.

Learning Outcomes

Outcome 1:

Understand the brain and the role of emotions.

Outcome 2:

Consider the importance of being calm to help with resilient responses.

Outcome 3:

Discover the link between thoughts, feelings and behaviours.

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