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Adults with mild cognitive impairment can learn and benefit from mindfulness meditation

Neuroscience NewsAugust 16, 2019

Older adults with mild cognitive impairment who practiced mindful meditation for 20 minutes a day were more likely to have an understanding of the underlying concepts of mindfulness. The study demonstrates memory impairments associated with MCI do not preclude learning mindfulness skills.... Read More...

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Why stress and anxiety aren’t always bad

Neuroscience NewsAugust 11, 2019

Stress and anxiety often play a helpful, not harmful, role in our daily lives. Experiencing stress can lead to higher levels of resilience when faced with new challenges, and anxiety can lead to action.... Read More...

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Digital games may beat mindfulness apps at relieving stress

Neuroscience NewsAugust 1, 2019

Playing digital games on a cell phone may help reduce stress following a tough day at work. Researchers found those who played shape-fitting games felt less stressed than those who chose to use mindfulness apps.... Read More...

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Virtual reality lullaby machine shown to induce tranquil pre-sleep states

Neuroscience NewsJuly 16, 2019

Inter-Dream, a new immersive virtual reality system developed by researchers and artists, can ease you into the right frame of mind for a restful night's sleep.... Read More...

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The problem with mindfulness

Neuroscience NewsJune 9, 2019

While those who promote mindfulness claim the practice offers massive amounts of health and psychological benefits, very little scientific evidence backs up the claim. ... Read More...

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Don’t even think about it: why thought control is so difficult

Neuroscience NewsApril 30, 2019

Study offers new insights into the mechanisms behind thought control and suggests individual differences play a role in our ability to control our thoughts.... Read More...

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Music and Mindful Music Listening May Improve Stroke Recovery

Neuroscience NewsApril 29, 2019

Listening to music was associated with improvements in memory and cognition while participating in mindfulness improved mood in patients who recently suffered an ischemic stroke. Researchers believe combining the two approaches may enhance both cognition and mood in patients early post-stroke.... Read More...

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Mindful body awareness training during treatment for drug addiction helps prevent relapse

Neuroscience NewsApril 16, 2019

An intervention treatment called Mindful Awareness in Body-oriented Therapy, or MABT, helps women recover from, and prevents relapse, in substance use disorder when used in conjunction with community-based programs.... Read More...

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Research shows evidence of impulsive behavior in nonsuicidal self-injury

Neuroscience NewsApril 10, 2019

Nonsuicidal self-harm is associated with neurocognitive impulsivity, especially in those who perceive negative emotional context of criticism in close relationships.... Read More...

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Why It’s Fun to Be Frightened

Neuroscience NewsOctober 13, 2018

With Halloween just around the corner, researchers look at why many of us find enjoyment out of being scared.... Read More...

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Practicing Mindfulness Benefits Parents and Children

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 26, 2018

According to a new study, practicing mindfulness can have beneficial effects on both parents and children. The study reports parents who practice mindfulness have better control of their emotions, which helps them to apply consistency and encourage their children. Children showed improvements in social skills and a decrease in negative behaviors when interacting with others.... Read More...

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Mindful People Feel Less Pain

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 8, 2018

Those who are more mindful are less caught up in the experience of pain, and report feeling less pain than those who are less mindful, a new study reports. Researchers say higher disposition mindfulness during painful heat is associated with greater deactivation of the posterior cingulate cortex.... Read More...

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