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...
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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...
A Link Between Spacing Out and Giving Up
A new study reports those whose minds wander less are more likely to stick to long term goals.... Read More...
Mindfulness May Help Freshman Stress Less and Smile More
Researchers report mindfulness and meditation could help students transition smoothly into college life.... Read More...
Mindful Meditation Training Lowers Biomarkers of Stress Response in Anxiety Disorder
According to researchers, mindful meditation can reduce stress hormones and inflammatory responses to stressful situations in people with GAD.... Read More...
Meditation and Music May Help Reverse Early Memory Loss in Adults
Researchers report practicing simple meditation and listening to music can have benefits for those with preclinical memory loss.... Read More...
Tai Chi Helps Manage Intrusive Thoughts in Veterans With PTSD
Researchers report practicing Tai Chi can help to alleviate some of the symptoms of PTSD for veterans.... Read More...
Yogic Breathing Helps Fight Major Depression
According to researchers, a yogic breathing technique could help those with major depressive disorder who did not fully respond to antidepressant therapies.... Read More...