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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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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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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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Mindful Meditation Reduces Pain More Effectively than Placebo Treatments

Neuroscience NewsNovember 11, 2015

Researchers report people who participated in mindful meditation received more pain relief than those who used placebo meditation techniques and creams.... Read More...

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