Wellbeing for LA Learning Center

Box Breathing

Type:

Printable Tool

Presented by:

DMH + UCLA Prevention Center of Excellence

Developed by:

UCLA CARES Center

Relevant categories:

Behavioral Health Child Anxiety School Mental Health

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Overview

Focusing on the breath is an important regulation tool. Box breathing is a common relaxation technique that can be done anytime, anywhere.

Keywords: emotion regulation, relaxation, stress

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