Introduction to Exercise and the Brain @ Milestones Occupational Therapy for Children

This short workshop is designed to be delivered in a ½ day format and will provide: Basic overview of the science behind exercise and the brain; Presentation of the evidence basis supporting the use of cardiovascular exercise for brain development, mental health and emotional wellbeing; Information on Neuroplasticity and cardiovascular exercise; Positive effects of cardiovascular exercise on the functional challenges associated with ADHD, High Functioning Autism, Anxiety, Depression (etc.)