Every student and teacher is different, but there\'s one thing each has in common: a responsive Nervous System ready for action.
When school staff understand the role of the Nervous System in learning, they can better help students develop the skills leading to increased resilience, adaptability, and flexibility: essential qualities for social, emotional, and academic success..
School consultant Debra Em Wilson introduces PVT to educators and shows how using PVT-guided strategies can help create optimal learning environments.
Polyvagal Theory (PVT) has had a tremendous impact on the mental health field, shedding light on how the Nervous System predictably moves between different states in response to changing situations.
Whether it\'s a fight breaking out on the playground, a difficult conversation with a parent, or an impromptu fire drill, understanding how the Nervous System responds can help keep teachers and students on an even keel.
Every student and teacher is different, but there\'s one thing each has in common: a responsive Nervous System ready for action
