Top 20 Neuroscience News Stories of 2018
2019 is finally here. We thought it would be a good time to look back at some of the most popular Neuroscience News stories of 2018.... Read More...
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Are Near Death Experiences Hallucinations?
Researchers consider the neurobiology of near death experiences.... Read More...
Meditation Adapts the Brain to Respond to Better Feedback
Researchers report the brains of those who practice meditation are less affected by negative feedback than those who do not meditate. The study reports this could be due to altered dopamine levels caused by the act of meditation.... Read More...
Music and Meditation Alters Biomarkers of Alzheimer’s and Cellular Aging
According to researchers, meditation and listening to music may help to alter biomarkers associated with cellular aging and Alzheimer's disease in adults experiencing memory loss. ... Read More...
Even Quick Meditation Aids Cognitive Skills
A new study reveals a short time meditating can help to boost cognitive performance. Researchers report students exposed to a ten minute meditation tape were able to complete simple cognitive tasks more quickly and accurately than their peers.... Read More...
Meditation Affects Brain Networks Differently in Long Term Meditators and Novices
Researchers discover differences in the brain's emotional networks between those who do not meditate, novice meditators and those who have practiced meditation for a long time.... Read More...
Stress Levels Change After Meditation
Researchers report meditation and yoga are more effective at reducing stress than Chi in soldiers. Additionally, those who meditate showed stronger executive control.... Read More...
Mindfulness Meditation and Relaxation Response Have Different Effects on Brain Function
A new study reports relaxation exercises strengthens coupling between brain areas associated with deliberate control, while mindfulness strengthens coupling between areas associated with sensory awareness and perception.... Read More...
Meditation and Breathing Exercises Can Sharpen Your Mind
Trinity College Dublin researchers report controlled breathing, a key element of meditation, directly affects noradrenaline levels in the brain. The study suggests controlled breathing can enhance attention and improve overall brain health.... Read More...
More Rigor, Less Hype For Mindfulness and Meditation
A new study looks at the trend of mindfulness and meditation to help treat a range of disorders.... Read More...
Less Stress, More Social Competence
Mindfulness and meditation can affect brain plasticity, resulting in the ability for adults to acquire new social skills, researchers report.... Read More...
Mental Training Changes Brain Structure and Reduces Social Stress
Using three different training models, researchers report mental training, mindfulness and meditation can induce structural brain plasticity and reduce social stress. ... Read More...