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Even Quick Meditation Aids Cognitive Skills

Neuroscience NewsAugust 7, 2018

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...

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Meditation Affects Brain Networks Differently in Long Term Meditators and Novices

Neuroscience NewsJuly 24, 2018

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...

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Stress Levels Change After Meditation

Neuroscience NewsJune 21, 2018

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

Neuroscience NewsJune 13, 2018

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...

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Meditation and Breathing Exercises Can Sharpen Your Mind

Neuroscience NewsMay 10, 2018

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...

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More Rigor, Less Hype For Mindfulness and Meditation

Neuroscience NewsOctober 10, 2017

A new study looks at the trend of mindfulness and meditation to help treat a range of disorders.... Read More...

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Less Stress, More Social Competence

Neuroscience NewsOctober 6, 2017

Mindfulness and meditation can affect brain plasticity, resulting in the ability for adults to acquire new social skills, researchers report.... Read More...

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Mental Training Changes Brain Structure and Reduces Social Stress

Neuroscience NewsOctober 4, 2017

Using three different training models, researchers report mental training, mindfulness and meditation can induce structural brain plasticity and reduce social stress. ... Read More...

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A Link Between Spacing Out and Giving Up

Neuroscience NewsJune 14, 2017

A new study reports those whose minds wander less are more likely to stick to long term goals.... Read More...

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Mindfulness May Help Freshman Stress Less and Smile More

Neuroscience NewsApril 21, 2017

Researchers report mindfulness and meditation could help students transition smoothly into college life.... Read More...

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Mindful Meditation Training Lowers Biomarkers of Stress Response in Anxiety Disorder

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 27, 2017

According to researchers, mindful meditation can reduce stress hormones and inflammatory responses to stressful situations in people with GAD.... Read More...

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Meditation and Music May Help Reverse Early Memory Loss in Adults

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 23, 2017

Researchers report practicing simple meditation and listening to music can have benefits for those with preclinical memory loss.... Read More...

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