When a neuroscientist began studying meditation, she expected to measure temporary mental states—not structural changes in the brain itself. What her team discovered shocked the scientific community.

Over the past decade, mindfulness meditation has been shown to improve a broad range of health and disease outcomes, such as slowing HIV progression and improving healthy aging. Yet, little is known ...

It's no secret that the age-old practice of meditation has gained mass appeal. Meditative practices are no longer just for health gurus and Yogis, they are now embraced by politicians, celebrities, ...

Meditation is widely recognized for its extensive range of mental and physical health benefits, from reducing stress and ...

"These findings show the clear and powerful benefits that breath-watching meditation can bring," said professor Subramaniam.

Stimulating the vagus nerve with a device attached to the outer ear can help make compassion meditation training more effective at boosting people's capacity for self-kindness and mindfulness, finds a ...

A growing number of companies are finally moving past bowls of free snacks and coffee and are opting for brain health strategies that actually fit the chaos of modern work. Dr. Romie Mushtaq, a ...

For those who don’t enjoy walking to reduce stress, Health Promotion and Wellness Coordinator Jim Almeda continues to give ...

Sponsored FOY Mindfulness & Resilience: Keys to Better Brain Health James Galvin, M.D., Founding Director of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine’s Comprehensive Center for Brain Health, ...

In mindfulness practice, the goal is not to stop having unpleasant sensations and feelings. Instead, mindfulness helps people accept the unavoidable difficulties of that first arrow and to soften the ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) — A new form of mindfulness therapy is taking flight, as recent research highlights the mental health benefits of listening to birds. While many enjoy the great outdoors, few realize ...