The Science of Chill

Why learning to ‘chill’ early matters so much.

Childhood can feel busy, noisy and overwhelming. The earlier children learn to understand and manage their feelings, the better equipped they are for life - and the numbers show just how much it matters.

1 in 5

children and young people (aged 8–25) in England had a probable mental disorder in 2023.

NHS England, 2023
50%

of all mental health problems are established by the age of 14.

Kessler et al., 2005
45 mins

of making art measurably lowers cortisol, the body’s main stress hormone.

Kaimal et al., 2016

“The development of emotional regulation is the linchpin for mental health.”

- Yale School of Medicine

That’s why we start early. When children are given simple tools to pause, breathe and name their big feelings, they build resilience that lasts a lifetime. At The Little Chill Club, learning to handle emotions isn’t an add-on - it’s the most important skill we teach.