​​This document briefly describes the results of a systematic review and meta-analysis aimed at answering the following question: Are self-regulation interventions effective? The author briefly describes self-regulation alongside the role it plays in relation to school readiness, academic achievement, and physical and mental health. 

Some key findings: 

• 16 of 21 (76%) curriculum‐based interventions produced consistent self‐regulation improvements, including better academic achievement and social skills, and fewer behavioural problems 
• 4 of 6 (67%) physical activity/exercise‐based interventions produced statistically significant elevations in self‐regulation scores 
• 4 of 8 (50%) mindfulness/yoga interventions produced statistically significantly elevations in self‐regulation scores, and were particularly effective for pre‐adolescent and adolescent age groups 
• Overall, two-thirds of assessed interventions produced significant enhancements in self-regulation skills 
• ​Improvements in mental health and academic achievement may be potential benefits of self-regulation training

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• Accuracy of information: well-researched, appropriately cited, and well written / organized  
• Authority: author is identifiable and has related qualifications and/or credentials / affiliated with a reputable institution 
• Objectivity: minimal to no biases or affiliations with a company selling products of promoting a questionable agenda. 
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