research
over the last two decades, brain gym® has positively impacted a broad variety of behaviours and skills, including: reading, writing, spelling, mathematics, attention, memory, fine-motor and postural skills – all of which have been measured and documented
on this page you will find links to references, informative sites, and pilot studies
through my own participation in a local study program for the elderly i can add my personal testimonial to the research provided here. this experience proved to me that brain gym® is effective regardless of age and ‘you are never too old to learn new tricks’
real people
real results
in 2016 i worked with my mentors to train 12 community leaders at the macarthur diversity services initiative (MDSI)in campbelltown and to provide ongoing assistance as they implemented brain gym® in their community groups of older people
the aim of the project was to:
- improve participation in leisure, social, cultural and spiritual activities
- maintain or improve mental fitness and memory
- develop or enhance cognitive skills
- improve physical abilities that promote confidence and self esteem
- improve overall quality of life
- increase participation and active social outcomes
after 8 months of regular practise the outcomes were presented by MDSI. notable improvements were recorded in a number of key areas. most participants reported improvements in:
eye tracking
balance
directional awareness
remaining still
focus and attention span
attitude
LINKS TO RESEARCH AND REFERENCE MATERIAL
breakthroughs international
in 1987, Paul and Gail Dennison, along with a small group of fellow educators, founded the Educational Kinesiology Foundation, dedicated to making self-initiated learning available to children and adults
in 2012, the Board of Directors voted to expand the organization’s purpose
their vision to create an umbrella organization for kinesiology programs resulted in a revised purpose statement, a new mission statement and core values, as well as the adoption of a new business name, Breakthroughs International
go to their website to find out more about brain gym® research and reference materials
brain gym australia
Brain Gym® Australia is committed to assisting people throughout the community to reach their full potential by:
- building awareness regarding the value of movement in daily life
- promoting Brain Gym® to all sections of the community
- empowering members to grow personally & professionally through mentoring, training and collaboration
- supporting members with the skills and knowledge they need to develop successful Brain Gym® businesses
go to www.braingym.org.au to find out more
brain gym for aged care: case study
this case study evaluates Beatrice, a 92 year old widow with a diagnosis of alzheimer’s disease, and how brain gym® has allowed Beatrice to become part of her community and helped her find a safe place in a world of confusion
