Education

"The more educators come to understand the nature of the relationship between emotion and cognition, the better they may be able to leverage this relationship in the design of learning environments."

– M.H. Immordino-Yang & A. Damasio
"We Feel, Therefore We Learn: The Relevance of Affective and Social Neuroscience to Education," Mind, Brain, and Education, 2007, 1(1):3-10

Institute of HeartMath Theoretical Basis

Theoretical Basis of HeartMath Programs

In this section you will find the theoretical framework that supports the design of our key educational programs and technology. Our materials are a product of research and field studies on the brain, heart, emotions and learning conducted by the Institute of HeartMath scientists as well as other researchers from various fields. Central to all of our programs is a set of evidence-based interventions that allow students and teachers to self-regulate their emotions as a platform for social and emotional intelligence and academic success.

HeartMath Theoretical Basis HeartSmarts

HeartSmarts®

In their review of recent advances in neuroscience, Immordino-Yang and Damasio (2007: 3) conclude that the "processes of emotion" have a profound effect on the very elements of… Click for Theoretical Basis of Early HeartSmarts.

HeartMath Theoretical Basis TestEdge

TestEdge®

Most research on test anxiety, and, correspondingly, most interventions for addressing it, adopt a primarily cognitive model, one that gives primacy to the cognitive processes… Click for Theoretical Basis of TestEdge.

HeartMath Theoretical Basis emWave Self-Regulation Technology

emWave® Self-Regulation Technology

Scientists and physicians consider HRV to be an important indicator of health and fitness. As a marker of physiological resilience and behavioral flexibility, it reflects our ability to adapt… Click for Theoretical Basis of emWave Technology.