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Take a brain break in the library

Allison Galloup - Monday, April 29
 Library Events 
Are you studying too much? Need a moment to not think about classes and exams? 

Giving your brain a break is an important part of studying! Research shows that our brain replays what we've learned at a faster rate during these breaks (Buch et al., 2021) helping us master skills. Studies also show that taking purposeful (non-social media) breaks can give you an energy boost, increase your productivity, and relieve stress (Study Breaks & Stress-Busters | Cornell Health, n.d.).

So, when you're ready for your purposeful break, stop by the library, grab a snack and take a few minutes to work on a jigsaw puzzle, try origami, or do some coloring. 

To learn more about brain breaks and see some other recommended break activities, check out these sources: 
  • Buch, E. R., Claudino, L., Quentin, R., Bönstrup, M., & Cohen, L. G. (2021). Consolidation of human skill linked to waking hippocampo-neocortical replay. Cell Reports, 35(10), 109193. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.celrep.2021.109193
  • Mowreader, A. (n.d.). Bubbles, Fidget Toys and Coloring Have a Role in Student Success. Inside Higher Ed. Retrieved April 29, 2024, from https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2023/02/24/brain-break-items-help-college-students-study
  • Prince, W. (n.d.). Research Guides: Brain Breaks: Why Brain Breaks. Retrieved April 29, 2024, from https://library.brockport.edu/c.php?g=1032718&p=8125447
  • Study Breaks & Stress-Busters | Cornell Health. (n.d.). Retrieved April 29, 2024, from https://health.cornell.edu/about/news/study-breaks-stress-busters

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