Understanding Mindfulness-Based SEL Programs through an Epigenetics Lens

In this past webinar, panelists Dr. Kim Schonert-Reichl, Dr. Molly Lawlor, and Marna Macmillan discuss a pioneering research study examining the ways in which a mindfulness-based SEL program (MindUP) for middle school students can get “under the skin” and result in change in DNA methylation (aka social epigenetics) and stress physiology.

Dr. Molly Lawlor describes the MindUP middle school curriculum, and Dr. Kim Schonert-Reichl and Marna Macmillan describe the study. Panelists also share what this means practically, including providing strategies and resources for implementing SEL in the classroom as children return back to school.

Once you register, you will be provided with a link to watch the webinar.

All proceeds will be donated to SEL BC, a network of educators, researchers, and community organizations committed to the promotion of social-emotional learning, social responsibility, and collaborative learning within school and community settings across the Lower Mainland of British Columbia.