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A study showed that severe grief can cause bodily inflammation that can kill a person. Inflammation is a contributing factor to almost ever disease in adulthood. However, research found that we can control inflammation since it is affected by our behaviors and activities. Therefore, as a lesson for 2nd grade, we can teach emotional learning coping mechanisms. Students will learn to identify emotions and practice strategies to cope.

Rice University (2022). For the brokenhearted, grief can lead to death. Science Daily. Retrieved from:

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181022153512.htm

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Concussion and Brain Trauma – Science Daily 

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Research demonstrates that three or more concussions – mild or severe – or any form of traumatic brain injury directly links to worse brain function later in life. Trauma to the brain specifically affects memory, attention, and ability to complete complex tasks. Concussions are common and can be serious. A teacher who is more familiar with the effects of brain trauma can better understand students’ attention, engagement, homework completion and information recall abilities.

University of Exeter (2023, January 30). Three or more concussions linked with worse brain function in later life. Science Daily. Retrieved from:

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/01/230130213948.htm

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Air Pollution and Dementia – Science Daily 

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Current research identified a connection between fine air pollutants and the development of dementia. Out of the 57+ million people worldwide living with dementia, 40% have links to potentially modifiable risk factors including air pollutants. This article focused on the negative effects of nitrogen oxide and nitrogen dioxide. In a 4th grade classroom, students can develop ways in which they can reduce air pollutants or write a letter to the local government on changes they want to see to reduce these risk factors.

Air pollution may increase risk for dementia (2023, April 5). Science Daily. Retrieved from: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/04/230405214852.htm

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Adverse Childhood Experiences – Medline Plus 

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Adverse childhood experiences include abuse, neglect, witnessing violence, or having a family member attempt of die by suicide. This early trauma sets risks of substance abuse, mental health, or instability in that child’s later life. Teachers must be aware of any possible background of students in order to provide security for them and act. In a 1st grade classroom, teachers can focus on social emotional learning and set guidelines that help students identify problems they may experience in their homes.

Adverse childhood experiences (2021, April 2). Medline Plus. Retrieved from:

https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/aces/index.html

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This article addresses the demand for gun prevention laws in response to the shooting in Nashville. Movement gears toward legislations for tightening firearm restrictions and updating red flag laws. This is currently ongoing and there is no final conclusion on these efforts. In a 3rd grade classroom, teachers do not need to go into detail of specific events but should bring awareness to them. For example, role playing/drills can prepare students on what to do when in danger that involves a gun.

Haefeli, Laura (2023, March 29). Rally at state house demands action on gun prevention laws. CBS NEWS. Retrieved from:

https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/rally-at-state-house-demands-action-on-gun-prevention-laws/?intcid=CNM-00-10abd1h

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This article provides guidelines for setting up a house that most people take for granted. For example, have light switches at both the top and bottom of a staircase to avoid falls. Move anything that burns easily (mulch, needles, bushes) at least 5 feet from the house. Don’t leave a car running in the garage, even if the door is open. As homework for 2nd graders, students can record which hazards are addressed or a problem in their own homes, then write about changes they can show their parents.

Vorvick, Linda, J. (2022, January 29). Staying safe at home. Medline Plus. Retrieved from: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000924.htm

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Research on nutrition opted in favor of intermittent fasting over a calorie deficit diet. People who eat between 8am-12pm are more responsive to and can better produce insulin – lack of insulin causes diabetes mellitus. Overall, a fasting diet reduces risk markers of type 2 diabetes and specifically improves long term memory. While this article addresses personal life habits, teachers can connect this to larger social issues such as food insecurity. In a 3rd grade classroom, students can develop a sustainable mean plan.

University of Adelaide (2023, April 6). Fasting diet reduces risk markers of type 2 diabetes. Science Daily. Retrieved from: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/04/230406113928.htm

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Drug Use – National Institute on Drug Abuse 

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People exhibiting symptoms of severe substance use disorder as early as 18 also exhibit two or more symptoms in adulthood. These young people have a higher risk of misusing prescribed medication and self-treatment using opioids, sedatives, and tranquilizers. What’s at stake is that adolescents’ symptoms on substance abuse disorder transfer into adulthood with greater risks. The information in this article teaches children that our current health plays a role in our health later in life. We can teach children the benefits and dangers of habits. Teachers must be fully aware of the implications that symptoms have on adolescents’ still-developing brain. We must know the symptoms in order to screen adolescents and complete early intervention and prevention.

Drug use severity in adolescence affects substance use disorder risks in adulthood (2022, April 1). NIH National Health Institution. Retrieved from: https://nida.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/2022/04/drug-use-severity-in-adolescence-affects-substance-use-disorder-risk-in-adulthood