5/22/21 WHAT IS THE SCIENCE BEHIND MINDFULNESS? Negative emotions emerge from the parts of the brain called the amygdala and hippocampus, which are responsible for what’s known as “fight or flight” defenses.  Fear and anger can cause us to act in ways that are erratic, frozen, hurtful or thoughtless.  By avoiding a knee jerk response … Continue reading Part II: MINDFULLY PARENTING YOUR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILD