Overview
CBS News shared a peek into the new Brain Recharge Station at UT Dallas, a dedicated space for students and faculty to reset and refocus away from daily distractions. The space encourages visitors to put away all technology and take a break from effortful thinking, allowing the brain to fully recharge.A product of collaboration between Center for BrainHealth and award-winning architectural firm Perkins&Will, the space is designed with brain breaks in mind, as the researchers at the center recommend taking at least four 5-minute brain breaks throughout day. Research has shown that brief breaks where you literally do nothing can allow the brain to energize and clarify thinking, helping to improve problem-solving and innovation while also reducing stress. By stepping away and disconnecting from the constant stimulation of daily life, we can enhance focus and overall cognitive well-being.“”
"When you ask students what they do during a break, they say they play a game on their phone, or they chat with friends on their phone. This is really a space where you put that technology away and you step away from any kind of effortful thinking."JANET KOSLOVSKY, MS
Research Coordinator
Youth and Young Adult Programs
Center for BrainHealth
Watch the full segment on CBS News
