Calm corner.
Project on the board or use when regulation is needed. Breathing, waves, stars.
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Evidence: Shanker (2012) describes self-regulation and calm spaces as an educational approach; no study measures the effect of a calm corner as such. Diaphragmatic breathing practised over weeks lowered cortisol and improved attention in healthy adults (Ma et al., 2017); the 4-4-4 pattern of this tool has not been tested as such, nor in children. Siegel & Bryson (2011) is a popular book for families.
Shanker, S. (2012). Calm, Alert, and Learning. Pearson. · Ma, X. et al. (2017). The effect of diaphragmatic breathing on attention, negative affect and stress in healthy adults. Frontiers in Psychology, 8, 874. · Siegel, D. & Bryson, T.P. (2011). The Whole-Brain Child.
Level of evidence: C (widespread practice, without solid evidence). Basis: Self-regulation spaces and slow breathing: widespread classroom practice. Limits: No studies of the calm corner as such; the 4-4-4 pattern has not been tested. It does not replace professional care.
This tool is for guidance and educational purposes. It does not replace assessment by a qualified professional.
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