Released on = March 21, 2006, 9:35 am

Press Release Author = MTS

Industry = Healthcare

Press Release Summary = A new report by the Kaiser Family Foundation has found that
the youth of today are spending increased time with new media such as the Internet,
and video games. That time may be decreasing attention spans an dleading to some
social disconnect. Jujutsu, the ancient martial art of the samurai warriors of
Japan, may offer a solution.

Press Release Body =
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
3/21/2006

Ancient Art Of The Samurai May Be What The Internet Generation Needs

Boston, MA

A new report by the Kaiser Family Foundation refers to the current generation of
8-18 year olds as Generation M, which stands for media. They have found that the
youth of today are spending increased time with new media such as the Internet, and
video games.

The report also shows that Gen M also consumes multiple media simultaneously. The
below 18 year olds may watch TV, read email, and chat simultaneously. The drawback
to this multitasking may be a decrease in already shrinking attention spans. Kids
may have a more difficult time focusing on tasks which require significant depth.

The benefits of martial arts training for children are numerous. Many psycho-social
studies have shown martial arts training for kids may: lead to lower incidences of
violence, create happier more easygoing demeanor, lessen anger and mood
disturbances, increase self confidence. Studies also show that children who
participate in martial arts have better behavior and higher test scores in school.

The martial arts offer children an opportunity to intensely focus on a single skill
at a time. With instruction by a teacher who acts as a good role-model, students
begin to emulate courteous, respectful, and mindful behavior.

Jujutsu is the ancient martial art of the samurai warriors of Japan. In antiquity it
was only studied by the elite, educated members of Japanese society. Its study is
therefore more intellectually intense, and involves less brute-force than many other
martial arts. Jujutsu relies on principles of physics such as inertia, leverage, and
momentum which present challenges that foster mental growth.

Students of jujutsu also develop a greater kinesthetic sense. The physical benefits
of practice include those of regular exercise plus increased balance, reduced
stress, and greater self-awareness.

Jujutsu, like other arts, always begins and ends with courtesy. Students exhibit
proper etiquette at al times and respect that the techniques they are practicing can
cause injury to others. For many students, the practice helps develop a sense of
responsibility.

In stark contrast to the fast passed media-rich life of today's 8-18 year-olds,
jujutsu offers children an opportunity to spend time simply yet intensely focused.
The benefits of practice are many, and it just may be a prescription for the
technologically short attention spans.

For More Information Contact:

John Moore
jmoore@martialtrainingsystems.com
http://www.martialtrainingsystems.com



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