ASMR Videos Could Be a New Digital Therapy For Depression
As ASMR videos are becoming more and more popular, researchers consider using ASMR as a therapeutic tool to treat a range of psychological disorders.... Read More...
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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...
Mindfulness is Key to Tinnitus Relief
A new study reveals practicing mindfulness could help provide some relief for those suffering from tinnitus. Researchers say MBCT significantly reduces the severity of tinnitus symptoms compared to relaxation based treatments.... Read More...
Mindful Movement May Lower Stress and Anxiety
A new study reveals participating in mindful movement exercises can help to reduce stress, anxiety and feelings of sadness.... Read More...
Social Rejection Can Lead to Violence But, Mindfulness May Be the Solution
A new study reveals mindfulness can act as a buffer against the pain and distress of social rejection.... 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...
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...
Mindfulness May Help Freshman Stress Less and Smile More
Researchers report mindfulness and meditation could help students transition smoothly into college life.... Read More...
Mindfulness Just as Effective as CBT for a Broad Range of Psychiatric Symptoms
A new study reports mindfulness group therapy has an equally positive effect for people suffering with depression and anxiety disorders as individual cognitive behavioral therapy.... 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 Keeps Emotional Brain in Check
Meditation can help people to take their negative emotions, a new study reports.... Read More...