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Dekila Chungyalpa, founder and director of the Loka Initiative at the University of Wisconsin, has spent more than two decades creating partnerships between faith groups and conservationists. She said there are economic aspects to the question of climate change — not least, how people will farm and eat in changed conditions.

Dr. Melissa Rosenkranz discusses her research on the link between asthma and dementia, specifically focusing on the impact of chronic, systemic inflammation on brain health. Rosenkranz holds the Distinguished Chair in Contemplative Neuroscience at the Center for Healthy Minds.

The latest meditation start-up to come out of Silicon Valley is attempting to bring the benefits of jhanas, an ancient Buddhist practice, into the mainstream. Dr. Richard J. Davidson, CHM founder and director, weighs in about the red flags of framing it as a wellness solution in this latest @TIME Magazine article that's worth a read.

Burnout among healthcare workers is a problem that general surgery resident Sydney Tan, MD aims to address – and with a recent grant from the UW Center for Healthy Minds, she’ll start doing so. Tan is the recipient of the Center for Healthy Minds’ Center Director Award, which will provide her with $40,000 over the next year to adapt an existing mindfulness-based mobile intervention to address the healthcare context.

Want to start or continue meditating but can't find the time? Try an informal meditation practice! Our latest article for Psychology Today provides helpful tips for you to get started. By weaving meditation into everyday activities, we can navigate life’s challenges with greater resilience and ease.

An emerging science of advanced meditation could transform mental health and our understanding of consciousness

Tune in to hear from Chad McGehee, Director of Meditation Training at UW-Madison Athletics and CHM affiliate, on this latest podcast feature! In this inspiring episode, Chad talks candidly about: How he got to his role (one of the only like this in the country!), discovering how mindfulness can improve your mental and physical health, and proven strategies to instill mindfulness habits in your home and workplace

The Valera grant is related to adherence in naturalistic use of digital meditation-based interventions.

Anxiety, attention-deficit disorder, depression and loneliness have increased dramatically recently as a result, at least in part, of information overload and a relative lack of time for ‘slow thinking’ and self-reflection. In this episode I talk with University of Wisconsin Professor Richard (Richie) Davidson about his research on mindfulness meditation and the neuroscience of happiness.

Dekila Chungyalpa, founder of the Loka Initiative, and Christine Wilson, PhD, with the Center for Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin-Madison join UCalgary for a talk on climate change and emotional resilience. Chungyalpa and Wilson discuss the emotional impacts climate change has had on various populations, present the latest research and knowledge around eco-emotions, and end with an activity for participants to help regulate their emotions.

In this episode, Wendy speaks with biocultural anthropologist and Tibetan medical doctor Tawni Tidwell. Tawni’s research focuses on living—and dying—with greater awareness and well-being, and integrates multiple biological and cultural perspectives on mind-body systems.

Richard J. Davidson to speak at InterActivity 2024, Flourish!, the international conference of the Association of Children’s Museums. InterActivity is the largest gathering of children’s museum professionals in the world—this year, 14 countries are represented.

The first ‘Science & The Flavour of Aarhus’ event at AIAS with world-renowned neuroscientist, Professor Richard J. Davidson opened our senses to the science behind our brain’s plasticity, and how we can practice our mental well-being, like learning to play the violin.

While visiting Denmark to talk about well-being as a skill, CHM Director and Founder Richard Davidson stops by the Brainstorm podcast.

Neuroscientist Richard Davidson, PhD '76, the William James and Vilas Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, discusses his decades of research on meditation—enabled in part by a collaboration with the Dalai Lama—and dispels myths about how it works and when, where, and how it can be done.

In this episode, host Wendy Hasenkamp, speaks with psychologist and contemplative researcher Simon Goldberg. Simon uses tools drawn from psychotherapy research to better understand the therapeutic processes and outcomes of mindfulness and meditation-based interventions.

Are we naturally caring or divisive as human-beings? Dr. Richard Davidson, the founder of Center for Healthy Minds, explains we are hard-wired to build connections. He also teaches us how to cultivate well-being through four easy steps.

Meditation researcher and neuroscientist Richard joins me to discuss how he got interested in the mind, the “secret sauce” of meditation, alerted traits, ethics, an overview of the science, the Dali Lama, psychopaths, meditation disappointments, the tech sector, smart phone addiction, what is meditation not good for, and scaling well-being

The science of keeping an open mind. Read more from Cortland Dahl.

You know that urge you get to reach for your phone without realizing it? And then, before you know it, you’re an hour into a social media binge? If you want to peacefully coexist with technology, you need to get a handle on those impulses. Start by noticing when you have an urge to lift your phone or open social media on your browser window, said Richard J. Davidson, the founder and director of the Center for Healthy Minds at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

UW researchers aim to enhance emotional regulation and cognitive flexibility.

New Ocean Health Solutions has created a platform that provides tools for managing stress, anxiety and various behaviors that often accompany substance use disorders

New services fill gaps, provide alternatives to pre-existing student mental health resources

In this episode of the NYU Psychiatry Podcast, Dr. Richard Davidson discusses the current state of research on mindfulness and meditation as mental health interventions. Listen to the full episode now!

Wisconsin coach Greg Gard said the basketball program began utilizing more meditation and mindfulness practices when the Center For Healthy Minds moved into a building on campus in 2017 located just a few blocks from the Kohl Center. He noted how important learning those skills were for athletes and how much more accepted they have become.

2023 was the hottest year ever recorded. That might make you feel sad, or angry. Or perhaps anxious, or guilty. Those feelings are normal, and you have a few options for how to react to them.

In this episode of Metta Hour, host Sharon Salzberg speaks with Richard J. Davidson about innate goodness, believing in growth mindset, the role of systemic oppression in mental well-being and more. Listen now!

How to transform difficult emotions into moments of care.

Biocultural anthropologist and Tibetan medical doctor Tawni Tidwell is a member of the Center’s Thukdam Project and shares the significance of their research. Rather than viewing death as if it were an “on/off switch,” she says, “we should allow for the dying process to be … a slower transition.”

Could general well-being practices like meditation encourage eco-friendly behaviors and attitudes? A new study from the Center for Healthy Minds explores the connection between meditation and environmental consciousness and suggests the relationship might not be that simple.

The study, which is government-funded, aims to determine if a combination of targeted brain stimulation and meditation practices will decrease the number of suicides.

In case you missed the latest segment from @NBC15, watch now! Center for Healthy Minds Founder and Director Richard Davidson gives an interview related to one of the Center's next big studies that is related to helping prevent suicide.

The Center for Healthy Minds and the Wisconsin Institute for Sleep and Consciousness are leading a study at the University of Wisconsin exploring suicide prevention methods that combine targeted brain stimulation with meditation.

Washington University hosted its inaugural Mindfulness Day on Wednesday, Oct. 4. World-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Richard Davidson delivered the keynote presentation titled “Mindfulness and the Skills of Human Flourishing.” Dr. Amit Bernstein, clinical psychologist and professor at the University of Haifa, led “Finding Refuge, One Moment at a Time: Mindfulness-Based Trauma Recovery for Refugees.”

A multi-disciplinary team of University of Wisconsin–Madison researchers, led by the Center for Healthy Minds and the Wisconsin Institute for Sleep and Consciousness, is set to begin a highly novel, multi-phase study exploring whether a combination of targeted brain stimulation and meditation can improve well-being and help prevent deaths by suicide.

“The global human rights crisis has contributed to a global mental health crisis,” says Amit Bernstein, a professor of psychology and founder and director of the Observing Minds Lab at the University of Haifa in Israel. To help foster healing “one moment at a time,” Amit and his team of students and asylum seekers developed Mindfulness-Based Trauma Recovery for Refugees (MBTR-R), a trauma-sensitive mindfulness and compassion training intervention. The nine-week program has now been tested and adapted to meet the needs of diverse populations of asylum seekers and refugees from North Africa to Ukraine.

Without being able to recognize your feelings, you can’t control them. This inevitably effects your disposition—and output—at work.

Listen to Richie's latest talk, which was a live event hosted by Tergar Madison

The Art & Science of Human Flourishing is a collaborative course that helps students develop their own mindfulness toolkit to navigate their first year of college and beyond. And a recent study shows it works. Now, professors and researchers are hoping to find a way to share their findings beyond the classroom and in the community.

Dr. Richard Davidson explains the parts of the brain most affected by meditation, and what all of that means for how we self-regulate and cope with trauma.

In this summer's blockbuster movie of the same name, Barbie stares down an existential crisis. For humans in the real world, UW's Center for Healthy Minds has some well-tested guidance, along with a free app, for navigating life's challenges and cultivating well-being.

A UW study looks for ways to reduce distress and increase well-being.

If time feels like it’s flying by, you may be interested in learning how to slow it down. ⏰ One possible technique to use? Meditation.

Exploring the wider range of meditation is no longer reserved for the monasteries. The new science of meditation is just getting started.

The Week explores the pro's and con's of mental health apps and features experts from around the globe including CHM Core Faculty Simon Goldberg.

Watch Now ▶️ As a special guest to this episode of Tibet Talks, Dr. Richard J. Davidson weighs in on what does "human values" mean?

A new partnership project will support health care equity across the state among rural and tribal areas. We're excited to announce that, Larissa Duncan, Affiliated Faculty at Center for Healthy Minds, will be one of the project leaders for this initiative.

Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage one's own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. It's a crucial skill for leaders, allowing them to communicate effectively, build relationships, heighten empathy, and inspire others. According to recent research by Richard Davidson, a professor of psychology and psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the brain's plasticity allows us to develop new habits and behaviors that promote emotional intelligence, citing practices, such as mindfulness meditation and positive self-talk.

The correlation between heat and mental health is only beginning to be measured. [Photo credit: Dreamstime/TNS]

Did you know Richard Davidson was instrumental in starting a brain imaging lab at University of Wisconsin-Madison? 🧠 Learn about the history now.

Psychiatrist Dr. Charles Raison, Affiliated Faculty at the Center for Healthy Minds, weighs in how depression and extreme heat may be connected. 🥵

After a life-changing experience in India, Dr. Richard Davidson tried to convince his Harvard professors to let him study the science of meditation. No one took him seriously. Half a century later, Richie has measured the undeniable impact of meditation on our brains. In this podcast, Richie speaks with host Maya Shankar, a cognitive scientist who served as a Senior Advisor in the Obama White House.

Like most neuroscientists, until a little more than thirty years ago, Dr. Richard “Richie'' researched and studied things that go wrong with the brain. But then, in 1992 he visited the Dalai Lama, who challenged him instead to work on understanding what happens to our brains when we practice kindness and compassion.

We know meditation and visualization exercises benefit our mental health. Could they also support our physical bodies? As @Outside Magazine explores this, Center for Healthy Minds Scientist Simon Goldberg weighs in.

A growing number of spiritual leaders believe they have a vital role to play shepherding people toward action. (Photo credit: Clive Gee/ PA Images via Getty Images)

In the second part of the series on the science of meditation, Richard Davidson continues his endeavor to unite seemingly opposite ways of understanding the mind. Plus, he shares the latest research on mindfulness and the unexpected ways it can benefit us.

In graduate school, neuroscientist Richard Davidson learned to use scientific tools as a way to examine the brain. At the same time, he also started studying under master meditators — who deeply contemplated their internal and external lives. This week, two ways of understanding the mind.

What are the keys to well-being, and what is the difference between well-being and happiness? Richard Davidson, professor of psychology and psychiatry at UW Madison will describe the four components to well-being derived from studies of the physiological effects of each. He’ll tell us how awareness of the moment at hand, connectedness, a sense of self, and a sense of direction in life can lead to a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life.

New research shows that the dying may experience a spike in consciousness.

UW–Madison researchers are currently exploring AI usage for mental health support with the help of $3 million in federal grant money, WisBusiness reports. The two-year project’s funding comes from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency.

Researchers at UW-Madison are exploring the use of artificial intelligence to support mental health with $3 million in federal grants.

Did you know Richard J. Davidson meditates "every single day" for about 45 minutes? Dig into this Q&A with Richie, Founder and Director of The Center for Healthy Minds, from Latvian arts & humanities publication Spiriterritory.

Who doesn't want to get better sleep? 💤💤 Read on to learn about experts' advice, including from Center for Healthy Minds founder Richard Davidson.

The benefits of mindfulness are endless. After putting this technique into practice, you will see how your attitude changes and you feel better physically and emotionally.

The New York Times asked experts — mindfulness teachers, spiritual leaders, and scientists — for their favorite beginner-friendly titles. Richard J. Davidson and Daniel Goleman's book “Altered Traits: Science Reveals How Meditation Changes Your Mind, Brain and Body" is featured.

The Senior Class Office selected the Center for Healthy Minds, an organization focused on research regarding mental health and well-being, to receive their annual gift.

University of Wisconsin-Madison Class of 2023 donates Senior Class Gift to Center for Healthy Minds.

The University of Wisconsin Senior Class Office plans to donate funds to the Center for Healthy Minds Higher Education Fund as the class of 2023’s senior gift.

Center for Healthy Minds's Kindness Curriculum is a science-based series of lessons and activities for young children that seeks to build skills like empathy, compassion, kindness and forgiveness through mindfulness practices.

A documentary explores the unique death state of Tibetan Buddhist meditators.

Feeling down? Take control of your mental health with these active ways to fight depression.

The pursuit of happiness can feel like a fruitless endeavor. UW experts, including Honorary Fellow at Center for Healthy Minds Pelin Kesebir, say it doesn’t have to.

Why some kinds of empathy are better for you than others.

Dr. Tony Chambers, Director of Equity, Inclusion and Innovation, speaks on his career journey in higher education, and how to create a campus culture that supports resiliency, acceptance and value. Check out the episode now on UW-Madison L&S Elevate podcast.

A new film investigates tukdam, the Tibetan Buddhist phenomenon of postmortem meditation, and the subtle space between life and death.

Our friends at Madison Children's Museum are leading the way on Caretakers of Wonder, a two-year national grant supporting museums to address climate change now and prepare children to meet a challenging future. The project is founded on groundbreaking work by Center for Healthy Minds' director Dr. Richard Davidson and other local leaders in science.

Self-doubt impacts us all in one way or another, but with the right mindful practices we can curb these feelings.

Meditation and other mindfulness practices may improve your attention, but they won't lead to structural changes in your brain in the short-term, according to a new study.

New research suggests that eight weeks of MBSR does not change brain structure, as some previous studies have.

Study finds that, contrary to what other research has found, a popular meditation course does not appear to alter brain structure.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson and Postdoctoral Research Associate Tawni Tidwell discuss the Tukum research project, the first-ever scientific study of post-mortem meditation.

Loka Director Dekila Chungyalpa interviews Pamela Ayo Yetunde in a discussion that explores the power of radical non-discrimination as a catalyst for change at every level.

Center collaborator Pelin Kesebir talks about dispositional negativity and things you can do to help curb your mind’s negative habits

Loka Director Dekila Chungylapa shares her views of nature, the climate crisis and her unique collaborations with faith leaders through the Loka Initiative on this podcast.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson discusses research that shows that mental health and well-being can be thought of as a set of skills that we have the ability to learn

Dekila Chungyalpa, Director of the Loka Initiative, explores the central Buddhist concept of interdependence, the awareness that we exist not only in interdependence with one another but with all of nature

Living By Design spoke with Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson about the benefits of meditation and learning the skills that promote flourishing.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson identifies four societal threats to that “flourishing” that can negatively impact our lives and thinking and four skills that can be developed to promote well-being and resilience.

The University of Wisconsin became the first and only school in the country to hire a full-time meditation specialist. Center collaborator Chad McGehee works with all student-athletes at Wisconsin on their mental game, based on Center's research

Center research on mindfulness training in police departments is discussed 13 minutes into this discussion between Anderson Cooper and Don Damond, the fiance of a meditation teacher killed by Minneapolis police officer in 2017

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson discusses why meditation is beneficial, including improved mental health and reducing implicit bias.

Honorary Fellow Pelin Kesebir discusses how hope can be used as fuel to continue to keep pressing on during challenging times.

Center collaborator Chad McGehee talks about using meditation and mindfulness to strengthen and condition the mind in athletes to improve performance.

Center Scientist Dan Grupe talks about research with UWPD and other police departments in Dane County to determine the impact of mindfulness meditation training to reduce the use of force by officers.

Dekila Chungyalpa, director of the Loka Initiative, talks about her work with religious and indigenous leaders, scientists, and policymakers to design community-based environmental and climate programs. She also discusses how she relies on Buddhist Buddhist teachings on emptiness, impermanence, non-attachment and compassion to sustain her during times of eco-anxiety and distress.

Center Founder and Director Richard J. Davidson discusses the importance of taking care of mental health through meditation, just as we exercise for physical health.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson joins the Speaking of Psychology podcast to discuss the research behind meditation and well-being, how meditation affects the brain and the four pillars of well-being

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson discusses research that suggests cultivating well-being could improve immunity.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson joins the Health Gig Podcast to discuss the pillars of well-being and how people can cultivate these skills in their daily life.

Tony Chambers, Director of Equity, Inclusion and Innovation at the Center, discusses what he hopes to see from the next Wisconsin State Superintendent in order to increase diversity and equity in schools.

Cortland Dahl, research Scientist at the Center, shares tips for infusing positivity into your day in order to reduce stress and anxiety

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson and Mingyur Rinpoche talk about the science of meditation and how improving the skills of awareness and compassion and improve well-being.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about neuroplasticity and the four skills that can be learned to improve well-being

The four pillars of well-being based on the Center's research: awareness, connection, insight and purpose, are shared along with practical tips for cultivating mental wellness on a daily basis

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about how simple self-care practices can be easily integrated into your daily routine.

The Healthy Minds Program app and the Center for Healthy Minds are featured as resources to help calm anxious thoughts and restless energy related to the election.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about the benefits of simple practices in meditation apps.

Center Scientist Pelin Kesebir shares information about managing emotional styles that affect health and relationships.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about how our brains are constantly being shaped, and that well-being is a skill that each of us can develop.

Center Scientist Pelin Kesebir explains how we can change our brains towards sustained happiness through self awareness and how self kindness is essential in that transformation

Not only is it possible to teach mindfulness to small children, says Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson, it’s easier than teaching it to adults, and it can set them on the path to emotional and physical wellness for a lifetime.

Mindfulness can reduce the risk of relapse in people with depression, help manage chronic pain and improve some measures of heart health. Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson shares insights from research that points to physical benefits of meditation

Faculty member Julie Poehlmann-Tynan talks about educational materials created with Sesame Street to help kids and families of Incarcerated Parents.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about the benefits of meditation and the importance of building a regular practice.

Center founder and director Richard Davidson shares research-backed tips for easing depression.

talk about well-being during Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson discusses COVID-19, the role of contemplative practice in social justice work and policing, and how to cultivate a healthy mind at any age.

A new study from Center faculty member, Dr. Julie Poehlmann-Tynan and other researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison finds that families affected by parental incarceration benefited from resources that Sesame Workshop developed to support them.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about research that suggests that meditation can create physical changes in the brain within a short time of beginning to practice.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson shares the value of daydreaming. He suggests sitting alone, without stimuli, and looking inward. Intentional daydreams can harness the full power of the human mind, especially during challenging times.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about how meditation can nurture the mind and improve well-being. He shares tips for getting started with meditation.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson has been offering regular virtual meditations alongside meditation trainers and experts on the Healthy Minds Innovations YouTube Channel throughout the COVID-19 pandemic

Center Founder Richard Davidson and ABC News’ Dan Harris speak with the Dalai Lama about meditation and how to relax and stay calm during the pandemic.

His Holiness spoke with ABC News' Dan Harris in an interview for "Nightline" about how he is spending his time while self-isolating during COVID-19 pandemic. This is a clip from a recent video interview with Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson appears on a recent Ten Percent Happier podcast with His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Ten Percent Happier's Dan Harris

Loka Director Dekila Chungyalpa is interviewed on the Go Simone podcast. She shares the back-story of the Loka Initiative and how it supports faith leaders with education, tools and resources in support of conservation and climate activism.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson shares tips for developing a meditation habit, and suggests that the best form of meditation is whatever form of meditation you actually do

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson shares tips for incorporating meditation into your life, and the research that explains how regular meditation may help

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson shares insights from research that shows altruistic behavior can enhance feelings of well-being.

Chad McGehee, former Program Manager with Healthy Minds Innovations, joined UW Athletics in a new position focused on exploring mental performance with athletes

Healthy Minds Innovations has been offering live guided meditations each weekday to help people feel more calm and become more resilient during this challenging time. Center founder and director Richard Davidson shares insights from his live meditations.

Center Founder and Director shares insights from research about the value of expressing appreciation or gratitude for those we love. This can be especially helpful when we are not able to be together with loved ones during the pandemic.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson shares advice for practicing appreciation and self-compassion during the COVID-19 pandemic

Center founder and director Richard Davidson suggests leaving visual cues as reminders to practice mindfulness, even when you're under extreme stress

Postdoctoral Research Associate Matt Hirshberg talks about how mindfulness can help preservice teachers improve classroom skills.

The Center's new longitudinal MRI case study of a Buddhist monk suggests that daily meditation may slow down brain aging over time.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about how social distancing can be seen as an act of generosity during the time of COVID-19

Newsweek highlights a Center study that scanned the brain of a Buddhist Monk, Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, over the course of 14 years. Findings suggest daily meditation could help protect the brain from aging

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about acting with compassion through social distancing and how to manage anxiety during this challenging time

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about a Center study that found daily, intensive meditation slowed a monk's brain aging by as much as eight years

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson shares details from a recent study of Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche's brain that suggests meditative practice may be associated with slowed biological aging

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks with the BBC about a Center research study with Buddhist monks that showed meditation can change the brain in enduring ways

Faculty member Charles Raison talks about depression and recent research on mind-body coherence and interventions

Dekila Chungyalpa, Director of the Loka Initiative, talks about how she has brought faith and environmentalism together to help lead interfaith climate activism.

Teachers at St. George’s Episcopal School in New Orleans share their experience with the Center's Kindness Curriculum

Julie Poehlmann-Tynan, a Center faculty member, talks about the impacts of compassion on young children and parents

Center scientists share the impact from a study where kids played a video game to train mindfulness

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson shares insights from research on how developing the skill of compassion can help us be happier while making others happier too.

Pelin Kesebir, a scientist at the Center, shares perspective on the history of existential anxiety and how to cope with it

CNN shares strategies from Center Director Richard Davidson to build gratitude and improve emotional health.

Richard Davidson's thoughts on well-being are featured in this Forbes article on personal management

Games where a player takes on another person's perspective or becomes immersed in a specific environment can be beneficial in building positive interpersonal relationships, according to Tammi Kral, a research assistant at the Center.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson discusses a research study at the center that focused on compassion training.

Faculty Charles Raison is featured talking about his upcoming research study that looks into how psilocybin helps people with depression and whether access consciousness plays a role.

The work of the Center for Healthy Minds was featured in the final episode on hope of the Discovery Channel documentary Why We Hate

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about the Kindness Curriculum, developed by researchers at the center, and how it can help children learn how pay closer attention to their emotions and behave more altruistically.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson shares insights about the Kindness Curriculum, which is a free resource available to teachers and parents of young children.

An overview of research-backed benefits of mindfulness that includes mention of Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson's research on long-term meditators

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson appears on the Third Story podcast and discusses how happiness and compassion can be learned, and why now is a crucial time for research,

Based on Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson's lecture at the World Bank’s Science of Learning Expert Series, the article discusses the four constituents of well-being – awareness, connection, insight, and purpose

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about the Kindness Curriculum and how it can help preschoolers pay closer attention to their emotions

Center Founder Richard Davidson discusses the Kindness Curriculum and how it can help preschool-aged children develop kindness as a skill.

Center Founder Richard Davidson talks about how meditation changes the brain over time with ongoing practice

Two MIT studies show potential benefits of mindfulness training for middle school students. Center Founder Richard Davidson shares his thoughts on the research.

The Enterpriser's Project mentions Center Founder Richard Davidson's book, "Altered Traits" in addition to habits of mindful leaders

Richard Davidson, among other researchers, are quoted on the effects of meditation on the brain.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson wrote the forward for The Blue DOT magazine on the topic of neuroplasticity and the ability to develop well-being as a skill.

Faculty member Julie Poehlmann-Tynan discusses the complications that families face when a parent is incarcerated and the impacts on a child's development

Faculty member Julie Poehlmann-Tynan discusses the importance for children to build positive relationships with an incarcerated parent

The Loka Initiative has received a 2019 M List award from Madison Magazine, and was selected for the initiative's innovative contributions toward diversity and inclusion

BB&R Consulting Group interviewed Center Founder Richard Davidson about research at the Center for Healthy Minds

Medium discusses research featured in Center Founder Richard Davidson's book, "Altered Traits."

Center researcher Pelin Kesebir discusses how gratitude can help cultivate a positive experience with aging

Richard Davison joins The Ezra Klein Show to discuss what he learned from bringing the Dalai Lama to his lab.

Center Founder and Director Richard Davison talks about the six emotional styles, and how to change your default style

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson discusses the six emotional styles.

Founder Richard Davidson talks about the effect of digital stimuli on attention span.

Richard Davidson discusses research that shows we can learn how to be more compassionate, kind and resilient, just like any other skill.

Hosts discuss research from the Center for Healthy Minds that talks about how mindful parenting practices can open up communication with adolescents.

This Brainfacts.org article features quotes from Richard Davidson from the Center for Healthy Minds about mindfulness as a learned skill.

This article talks about neuroplasticity and references a 2014 paper written by Richard Davidson and Antoine Lutz

Center Founder and Director Richard Davidson talks about research that supports training well-being as a skill

Center researcher Matt Hirshberg shares insights from a recent study that looks into which mindfulness practices work to manage stress.

Faculty Member Simon Goldberg talks about the high number of PhD graduates at UW-Madison

Faculty Member Charles Raison speaks about the Elevate by Psych Congress Conference.

Research from the Center suggests that happier people's brains are more active in the left prefrontal cortex and we can rewire our brains for happiness.

Former Badger football star Chris Borland joined Chad McGehee at University of Wisconsin-Madison to talk football and meditation

This Health article features research from Richard Davidson and the Center for Healthy Minds about training your brain to improve compassion

Center founder Richard Davidson sits down with Krista Tippett to discuss his groundbreaking research

Assistant scientist Pelin Kesebir at the Center says that keeping a gratitude journal is one way to practice self-care.

Assistant scientist Pelin Kesebir says that writing down three good things that happened to you every day for a certain period of time has the potential to change your long-term outlook

Center researcher Matt Hirshberg discusses his recent research project to discern whether different mindfulness practices have different effects on people

Center faculty John Dunne ponders the assertion that Buddhism is more like a science of the mind than a religion

This Forbes article features research from Richard Davidson and the Center for Healthy Minds

Center founder Richard Davidson shares insights on how secular version of meditation practices can be beneficial for children to learn to pay attention and to regulate their emotions which lead to better performance in schools

Center founder Richard Davidson discusses how much anger is too much anger--and how we can make change by transforming anger into compassion and love

Center founder Richard Davidson discusses how anger isn't the only way to confront injustice or respond to someone who has treated you badly.

Citing research from Center faculty member Charles Raison, this article shares how heat may produce a significant antidepressant effect

In an article discussing the links between meditation and a form of therapy called neurofeedback, Center founder Richard Davidson says that there isn't enough scientific evidence to assert that neurofeedback can be helpful to people meditating

Center founder Richard Davidson shares his concerns about the impacts of technology, specifically the increase in distractability, the national attention deficit we all suffer from, and the consequences that arise from this.

In one of four ways to stay motivated when you're in a rut, Center founder Richard Davidson suggests being kind to yourself. Self-criticism, he says, can lead to ruminative thoughts that have a negative impact on the body.

Center founder Richard Davidson shares his philosophy that people can develop mental hygiene skills and nurture qualities like kindness to improve well-being.

Center founder and director Richard Davidson comments on the pros and cons of using meditation in health contexts.

Center founder Richard Davidson discusses why people are turning to meditation and cites the increasing levels of anxiety and stress in American culture

Center founder Richard Davidson pens an article about the urgent need for humane technology

In a spotlight of books featuring conversations about faith and the planet, Center faculty John Dunne is featured as co-editor of the Dalai Lama's book about ethics and climate change.

Center founder Richard Davidson discusses the increasing use of meditation in the United States, as noted in a report by the CDC.

Can the course titled "The Art and Science of Human Flourishing," developed jointly by University of Virginia, Pennsylvania State University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison improve well-being in college students?

During a webinar hosted by Amir H. Imani, Center founder Davidson explains how mental training to cultivate well-being can have a positive impact on happiness, creativity and productivity in the work place and at home.

Center founder Richard Davidson shares a quick hack for calling attention to positive features of your day

Center founder Richard Davidson discusses the video game Crystals of Kaydor and the implications of teaching kids empathy through video games.

Center researcher Cortland Dahl explains how meditation trains the brain to think and observe with intention.

Center collaborator Matthieu Ricard discusses the science behind happiness, citing the work of Center founder Richard Davidson.

Center founder Richard Davidson shares the four keys to well-being: resilience, outlook, awareness and generosity.

Center founder Richard Davidson discusses the need for more quality research studying meditation, as well as warning the public against considering meditation a cure-all

Center founder Richard Davidson contributed to a safety review of University of Wisconsin-Madison athletics

This article focused on brain health cites research from the Center for Healthy Minds

Research from the Center suggests that a mother's mental health impacts a baby's brain development after birth

Researchers from the Center for Healthy Minds have discovered a video game designed to teach children empathy can change young brains and improve social behavior.

Research from the Center for Healthy Minds shows video games may have the power to help children develop empathy

Researchers from the Center for Healthy Minds found that video games can teach adolescents prosocial skills

Center founder Richard Davidson discusses the groundbreaking discovery that a video game can build empathy skills in adolescents.

Center faculty Julie Poehlmann-Tynan are partnering with Cultural Connections, a program aiming aims to provide self-empowerment and confidence for these kids with incarcerated parents.

In a new study published in the journal NeuroImage, a team of psychologists at the Center for Healthy Minds at UW-Madison reports that brain activity in veteran meditators, new meditators, and non-meditators varied significantly.

Psych Congress cochair and Center faculty member Charles Raison, MD, gave attendees a “10,000-foot view” of what depression is at the Psych Congress Regionals meeting, and will explore the idea more at the upcoming Psych Congress 2018 preconference.

Citing the research of Center faculty Julie Poelhmann-Tynan, this article explores the impact of incarceration on children and families, as well as the racial disparities of incarceration rates in Wisconsin.

Center faculty Charles Raison explains how meditation can be helpful for people in stressful situations.

Chad McGehee, Learning and Program Development Manager at Healthy Minds Innovations, discusses the power of meditation in the classroom.

Citing research from the Center for Healthy Minds, this article explains how meditation can benefit people in stressful situations.

Citing research from the Center for Healthy Minds, this article describes how meditation can help us cope.

Research from the Center for Healthy Minds shows how meditating can reduce stress and how that may have played a powerful role in the rescue of the 12 trapped Thai soccer players.

Citing research from the Center for Healthy Minds, Glamour magazine explores how just ten minutes of meditation a day can have major health benefits.

Citing research from the Center for Healthy Minds, Vogue Australia explores how just ten minutes of meditation a day can have major health benefits.

Center Founder Richard Davidson and Arianna Huffington discuss the science of meditation and its value in the workplace.

Center Founder Richard Davidson is featured as a leading scientific innovator in Madison Magazine.

Research from the Center for Healthy Minds shows that compassion can be trained like a muscle, and perhaps music can be a tool for learning compassion.

Teacher David Cutler explains how stress helps him be better at his job, citing Center research.

A study conducted by the Center for Healthy Minds found that loving-kindness meditation and compassion training boost empathic resilience.

Center Founder Richard Davidson says that self-criticism can take a toll on our minds and bodies and it’s time to ease up.

A study conducted by the Center for Healthy Minds found that loving-kindness meditation and compassion training boost empathic resilience.

Babies communicate their feelings by crying and fussing. To know what’s going on in their heads requires extensive research in brain science.

Center founder Richard Davidson and meditation skeptic Theodore Zeldin discuss whether meditation truly makes the world a better place.

Well-being expert Chad McGehee shares the impact of mindfulness in education on The Kindness Podcast.

A growing body of evidence suggests regular meditation is linked with benefits including lower stress and better focus — a key trait that dissipates with age.

For many people, the concept of self-love might conjure images of tree-hugging hippies or cheesy self-help books. But, as many psychology studies attest, self-love and -compassion are key for mental health and well-being, keeping depression and anxiety at bay.

Center Founder Richard Davidson identifies six emotional styles which refer to your consistent way of responding to what happens to you.

Center Founder Richard Davidson discusses pioneering mindfulness research and pushing mindfulness-based practices into the mainstream.

Citing Center Founder Richard Davidson, this article explores how to train your brain to focus better.

A study from the Center for Healthy Minds suggests that meditation may reduce the expression of genes involved in inflammation.

Center faculty member Charles Raison discusses the history and future of psychedelics as treatment for mental health.

The Greater Good Science Magazine discusses the Center for Healthy Mind's five-week mindful photography curriculum for elementary students.

Arianna Huffington reflects on Center Founder Richard Davidson's research on well-being.

Research from the Center for Healthy Minds shows why humans experience anxiety about the future and how humans can experience less anxiety.

The Kindness Curriculum from the Center for Healthy Minds provides a framework for teaching compassion and kindness skills in children.

Center Founder Richard Davidson talks with Edutopia about fostering altruism, kindness, and compassion in children.

Center faculty member discusses her groundbreaking research investigating how incarceration affects children.

Pre-kindergarten students at Jackson Heights, Queens are being taught kindness. They are one of the first public schools in New York City to introduce the Center Healthy Minds' Kindness Curriculum, a mindfulness-based curriculum for pre-K students.

Center Founder Richard Davidson says research into how mental training like meditation affects our health throws light on what constitutes a healthy mind.

Center Founder Richard Davidson, who works with specialized electronic instruments, says that self-reported happiness correlates closely to objective data collected through brain scans and heart and breathing measurements.

Center Founder Richard Davidson joins Wisconsin Public Radio to discuss the scientific research behind what meditation can really do for us.

In this episode of the Waking Up podcast, Sam Harris speaks with Daniel Goleman and Center Founder Richard Davidson about the current scientific understanding of meditation practice.

Instead of focusing on the pop applications of meditation, Daniel Goleman and Center Founder Richard Davidson focus on its capacity to free the mind of negative emotions.

Citing an fMRI study from the Center for Healthy Minds, the author writes that gratitude journaling cultivates "pure altruism" in the brain.

The Kindness Curriculum from the Center for Healthy Minds is part of a growing global movement to teach emotional intelligence in schools.

Knowing that your doctor is under stress may not be comforting, but it might put you more at ease to know that mindfulness — the practice of training your brain to cultivate well-being — is now being taught in medical school.

In an interview with Dan Grupe, an assistant scientist at the Center for Healthy Minds, discusses the pilot study examining the effects of mindfulness-based training on a small group of Madison police officers

Daniel Goleman and Center Founder Richard Davidson explain the benefits of a stable practice that go beyond relaxation and focus in this excerpt from their book "Altered Traits."

Mindful Magazine dives into the science and philosophy behind Daniel Goleman and Center Founder Richard Davidson's new book, "Altered Traits."

Center Founder Richard Davidson explains how acts of generosity lead to positive emotions that ultimately have an enduring impact on our well-being.

Daniel Goleman, co-author of "Altered Traits," explains what mindfulness can and cannot do, citing the research of Center Founder Richard Davidson.

While meditation is popularly presented as a panacea for the world’s ailments, Daniel Goleman and Center Founder Richard Davidson's new book "Altered Traits" is a highly approachable work based on solid clinical evidence.

Center Founder Richard Davidson explains how acts of generosity lead to positive emotions that ultimately have an enduring impact on our well-being.

Center Founder Richard Davidson and Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche explain how meditation practitioners can benefit whether they are children in school or adults in the workplace.

Leading psychologist Daniel Goleman explains why empathy alone rarely leads to action–and proposes a simple meditation exercise to change that, citing Center research.

New members are elected by the current active members, based on their accomplishments and contributions to the advancement of the medical sciences, health care and public health.

The Center for Healthy Minds created a mindfulness-based curriculum for preschoolers that will bring kindness into the classroom.

A new study from Center faculty member Charles Raison suggests that whole-body hyperthermia might decrease depressive symptoms.

Daniel Goldman and Center Founder Richard Davidson reveal the latest results from Davidson’s own lab: data that point to what the future of mind-training methods should be.

The American Heart Association (AHA) released a report from a group of scientists include Center Founder Richard Davidson that suggests that meditation may help the heart, though not at the expense of the usual heart-healthy strategies.

Daniel Goleman, co-author of "Altered Traits," explains what mindfulness can and cannot do, citing the research of Center Founder Richard Davidson.

Daniel Goleman and Center Founder Richard Davidson's new book, "Altered Traits," reveals how long-term meditation can lead to profound improvements in our mind, brain, and body.

Step one, according to researchers Daniel Goleman and Richard Davidson, is ditching the “neuromythology”

Is there a healthier way to empathize? Along with other neuroscientists, Center Founder Richard Davidson explores how empathy impacts the brain and how we can do it better.

A Madison-area preschool is teaching youngsters kindness using the Center for Healthy Minds' Kindness Curriculum, made free to preschools a month ago.

Scientists at the Center for Healthy Minds want to make their newly-released Kindness Curriculum as integral to the curriculum as reading or math.

Researchers at University of Wisconsin-Madison's Center for Healthy Minds have created a "kindness curriculum" which they have tested in six schools in that city. The curriculum is available online for free.

A study about mindfulness and childbirth from Center faculty Larissa Duncan offers encouraging news to expectant mothers and their families

Scott Shute, LinkedIn's VP Global Customer Operations, sits down with Daniel Goleman and Center Founder Richard Davidson to discuss new research showing what meditation can really do for the brain.

Thousands of teachers have requested the Kindness Curriculum from the Center for Healthy Minds, including Sesame Workshop.

At Facebook HQ, Richard Davidson and Daniel Goleman answer some of the most common questions about personal or professional growth and talk about their new book, Altered Traits.

In preschools, kindness is encouraged. But can it be taught? Wisconsin Public Radio chats with Chad McGehee from the Center for Healthy Minds about the Kindness Curriculum.

Center Founder Richard Davidson and science writer Daniel Goleman collaborated on a new book that explores a simple, yet transformational, idea: Good mental hygiene.

Using the Kindness Curriculum from the Center for Healthy Minds, teachers can start out kids early in life on a positive developmental trajectory.

Center Founder Richard Davidson and psychologist and science writer Daniel Goleman talk about their cutting-edge research in their new book, "Altered Traits."

Center Founder Richard Davidson and psychologist Daniel Goleman discuss findings from and implications of their new book, "Altered Traits."

Center Founder Richard Davidson and Daniel Goleman answer questions about the science of mindfulness.

Meditation isn’t primarily about improving oneself — its actually for the benefit of others

How the Kindness Curriculum developed by the Center for Healthy Minds can teach emotional intelligence, or EQ, a strong predictor of one’s success academically and professionally.

If your preschooler struggles with sharing toys or sitting still, the Kindness Curriculum from the Center for Healthy Minds could offer a surprising solution.

The Kindness Curriculum developed by the the Center for Healthy Minds touts the benefits of teaching mindfulness and empathy in the classroom.

Citing research from the Center for Healthy Minds, science has proven that meditation can induce healthy and important physical improvements, such as lowering your blood pressure, decreasing relapses into depression and managing chronic pain--though more research is required and some studies are less rigorous.

A new film focused on the Dalai Lama features the work of Center for Healthy Minds Founder Richard Davidson

6 books to read this month to boost your performance, including "Altered Traits," the new book from Center Founder Richard Davidson and Daniel Goleman.

Citing research from the Center for Healthy Minds, evidence suggests regular meditation is linked with benefits including lower stress and better focus.

Cortland Dahl, a research scientist at the Center for Healthy Minds and Healthy Minds Innovations, discusses the power of emotional intelligence.

Center Founder Richard Davidson answers questions about resilience, meditation, positivity, and controlling our attention.

Citing research from the Center for Healthy Minds, here are five very practical benefits from meditation practices.

Center faculty Larissa Duncan's research suggests that when birthing classes include mindfulness-based education instead of focusing only on the biology of having a baby, women may have an easier time coping with labor pain and a lower risk of postpartum depression.

Breathing could be the key to unlocking better performances for kids in school. It's part of mindfulness--a practice Milwaukee Public Schools and many others have started using.

With police violence—and public scrutiny— on the rise, cities turn to mindfulness to help officers deal with the stress of the job. A study from the Center for Healthy Minds will gauge the impact of mindfulness practices on police officers.

Sesame Street, one of the most beloved children’s television shows, is emphasizing kindness in its current season with the help of the Center for Healthy Minds, which studies the science of well-being and how it can be nurtured.

Anxiety about labour – and what might come afterwards – causes stress for expectant mothers and increases risk in childbirth. Center faculty Larissa Duncan hopes to use mindfulness as a natural solution.

Research from Center faculty Larissa Duncan suggests Postpartum Depression may be prevented when mindfulness is part of childbirth education.

Center faculty Larissa Duncan and Julie Poehlmann-Tynan have worked to bring representatives from 45 of Wisconsin's 72 counties to the Prenatal to Five Initiative, a collaborative effort among teachers, researchers, practitioners and communities across the state to enhance brain development in order to reduce racial disparities in poverty and achievement.

Ever since the 1950s, our books, movies and songs have contained fewer and fewer references to flowers, birds, trees and the outdoors. What does it all mean? Center researcher Pelin Kesebir is finding out.

An ongoing study at the Center for Healthy Minds is working to incorporate mindfulness techniques into everyday activities for elementary students.

Research from Center Founder Richard Davidson suggests that meditation, kindness, and compassion can make us more successful.

Neuroscience research from the Center for Healthy Minds shows how the brain is "plastic" and can be trained for better regulation and recovery from strong emotions.

Center Founder Richard Davidson discusses his path to studying meditation as well as the impact of training our brains with kindness and compassion.

Most children develop the ability early on to link good behavior with positive outcomes. Good grades, for example, can lead to parental praise and opportunities later in life. But children physically abused at home have that ability impaired, often leading to patterns of misbehavior. A study written by a newly appointed University of Pittsburgh assistant professor found that physical abuse during childhood can result in the child’s inability to associate good behavior to positive outcomes

We still don’t know why our minds seem so determined to exit the present moment, but researchers have a few ideas

There are many things in life that are beyond our control. Highly stressed people and relief can be hard to find

The Dalai Lama and Lady Gaga encouraged American leaders to create peace, finding inner peace using mindfulness techniques

Richard Davidson , the renowned American scientist specialized in analyzing the emotions recently visited Barcelona and has held a meeting with Nacho Master and Mària Vallès , CEO and Director General of the Fundació FC Barcelona , respectively

If your children are anxious, it’s likely they do something I like to call What Iffing. This is the tendency to ponder possible future scenarios and then worry about them excessively in the form of ‘what if’ questions

A story about well-being practices in the classroom includes Center for Healthy Minds research findings

Some parents just need tips to promote healthy development. Poverty, abuse complicate it

The Capital Times shares how the Center for Healthy Minds shared its research findings with Sesame Street Workshop

Channel 3000 interviews Center education expert Lisa Thomas Prince on kindness research and a recent collaboration with Sesame Street

The Chronicle of Higher Education features a research collaboration between Center scientists and the Madison Police Department

Center Founder Richard Davidson shares research findings on emotional well-being for youth

Seven percent of all children will have a parent who lived with them go to jail or prison, so how will the well-being of these children be protected?

WKOW features Center for Healthy Minds collaboration with Sesame Street Workshop

USA Today interviews Center expert Cortland Dahl on the science of meditation

Brava Magazine explores humans tendency for good with Center Founder Richard Davidson

The Epoch Times shares neuroscientific research from the Center for Healthy Minds

The San Francisco Chronicle cites Center research on inflammation and immune responses

Psychology Today cites research on well-being from the Center for Healthy Minds

Center for Healthy Minds Founder Richard Davidson makes Madison Magazine's "M List"

Lisa Flook, Center expert and researcher, reflects on larger trends of studying well-being in the classroom

A pilot study from the Center will explore the impact of mindfulness-based practices on officers’ physical and mental well-being

Center Assistant Scientist Dan Grupe discusses a pilot study between the Center and the Madison Police Department

Center Assistant Scientist Pelin Kesebir discusses why we think about death

Center Founder Richard Davidson discusses well-being as a skill that can be learned

Center Founder Richard Davidson discusses his research and personal meditation practice with Dan Harris on his podcast "10% Happier"

Research from Center faculty Charles Raison suggests that heating the body may be a new way to treat depression

Center associate scientist Jeanette Mumford contributes to larger conversations taking place in the field of fMRI research

Center faculty member Charles Raison explores hyperthermia as a possible alternative to traditional antidepressants

In response to recent tragedies, Center Founder Richard Davidson talks about how we can take action by training our brains to cultivate kindness and acceptance – leading to a more compassionate society for all

BuzzFeed News provides an overview of Center faculty member Charles Raison's study on hyperthermia as a treatment for depression

Center faculty member John Dunne discusses how contemplative practices such as mindfulness can help prevent stressful thoughts from magnifying stressful situations

Richard Davidson discusses a University of Oxford study on mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and depression relapse for which he wrote an accompanying editorial

Center Founder Richard Davidson discusses the question asked by His Holiness the Dalai Lama in 1992 that forever changed Davidson's research on the mind, brain and emotion

Richard Davidson discusses the promising results and new questions raised by a University of Oxford study on mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and the risk of relapse for individuals living with depression

Mindfulness, meditation and yoga programs, including the Center for Healthy Minds' Kindness Curriculum, are an increasingly popular way of addressing the high stress levels in schools

Richard Davidson and friend of the Center Sona Dimidjian discuss their research on the particular vulnerability of women to mental health disorders and what can be done to improve well-being

National Geographic explores the growing body of scientific research on the "gray area" between life and death, including Center Founder Richard Davidson's research on the Buddhist post-death phenomenon of thukdam

Richard Davidson explains the four scientifically-supported constituents of well-being discovered through the Center's research

The MomsEveryday Show explores the Center's research partnership with the Madison Metropolitan School District

The Madison Police Department explores the possibility for a mindfulness study and long-term partnership with the Center for Healthy Minds

His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Richard Davidson sit down with Dan Harris to discuss how physical and mental well-being can be improved

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel covers the Dalai Lama's peaceful message during his 10th visit to Madison

UW–Madison student newspaper covers His Holiness the Dalai Lama's 10th visit to Madison

Coverage of the Dalai Lama's visit to Madison and the Center for Healthy Minds

Art therapist Carrie Danhieux-Poole talks about mindfulness and coloring books for adults in relation to well-being

Center researchers Laura Pinger and Lisa Flook discuss the impact of the Center's Kindness Curriculum on pre-kindergarten classrooms

Richard Davidson speaks about the four science-based keys to achieving well-being and how they can be implemented in the workplace

Richard Davidson discusses his journey into studying the science behind mindfulness and the research that has resulted

Richard Davidson weighs in on the use of EEG biofeedback in meditation training

Center for Healthy Minds faculty member Charles Raison explains the importance of accepting yourself during the holiday season

In a conversation with Daniel Goleman, Richard Davidson discusses innovative practices in cognitive control for children, including ways to help them quickly recover from upsets and return to the task is at hand

In a conversation with Daniel Goleman, Richard Davidson discusses about the role of attention training in optimal brain functions

Center Founder Richard Davidson shares what's known – and unknown – about the health benefits of meditation

Richard Davidson provides three strategies for leaders and managers to consider to cultivate well-being at work

The Quiet Revolution shares research on well-being from Center Scientist Pelin Kesebir

Richard Davidson and Thupten Jinpa accept Liberty Medal on behalf of His Holiness the Dalai Lama

A look at research from Richard Davidson and the Center

U.S News and World Report features research on the science of savoring from the Center for Healthy Minds

A paper from the Center on cognitive mechanisms in meditation practice is featured

Central Time talk show gets the latest on the science of mindfulness and well-being from Center Founder Richard Davidson

Mindful Magazine shares ideas from Lead Neuroscientist Richard Davidson

Research from the Center for Healthy Minds enriches a larger conversation on mindfulness and well-being in Newsweek

Richard Davidson shares why intentional training of the brain can improve well-being

Bill George draws from Center research in describing ways to be a mindful leader

Richard Davidson explains the real-life science behind emotions featured in the Pixar film "Inside Out"

Featuring research on emotions from the Center

In Business Madison features insights from the Center's growing research in the workplace

Center experts share with the Today Show what we know so far about well-being in the workplace

Center Founder Richard Davidson shares the latest on the science of empathy

The Atlantic chronicles the Center's discoveries in context to Richard Davidson's friendship with the Dalai Lama

Center Founder Richard Davidson shares the science behind training your brain

Center Neuroscientist Richard Davidson and Paul Bloom, fellow expert, challenge what we think we know about empathy

Richard Davidson discusses neuroplasticty and contemplative practice

To the Best of Our Knowledge explores how videos can promote well-being with Center Expert Tammi Kral

Huffington Post features Richard Davidson's video explaining the science of mindfulness and stress

Center Founder Richard Davidson's research is featured in this podcast on the science of well-being

Featuring compassion research from the Center

Featuring compassion research from he Center, led by Helen Weng

Well-Being Expert and Collaborator Shilagh Mirgain gives tips to overcome difficult emotions for greater well-being

Behind the Chair joins Science Co-Director Robin Goldman and Expert Jeanne Harris to learn more about the Center

NBC 15 talks about attention and focus with Shilagh Mirgain

News 8000 covers compassion project, a collaboration of the Center

UW–Madison student newspaper The Badger Herald talks with the Center for Healthy Minds about their Baby Brain and Behavior project

Lead Neuroscientist Richard Davidson shares the science of well-being, featured in the 2015 World Happiness Report

Center Scientist Pelin Kesebir talks about the buffering effects of positive behavior and emotions

Center graduate student Cortland Dahl explores the interface between the body, mind and brain

Huffington Post Live talks about child well-being with teachers who collaborated with the Center's Kindness Curriculum Project

Center scientist Dan Grupe discusses the science of worry and anxiety

Expanded Schools and Center Founder Richard Davidson talk about the latest in social emotional learning

A look at the Center's Kindness Curriculum and well-being in children

Featuring research from the Center's Kindness Curriculum

New York Magazine reports on the Center's first study examining the effects of its Kindness Curriculum

Richard Davidson shares why well-being is a skill that can be learned at the World Economic Forum

Mindful Magazine draws from Center Founder Richard Davidson's work on the neuroscience of meditation

Center collaborator Shilagh Mirgain shares four basic “building blocks” that can help an individual fullfill their New Year's resolution

The Center's work plays a role in a larger conversation about meditation

Author Dan Goleman includes the Center's science in exploring what makes us happy

Center Collaborator Helen Weng shares her discoveries on the science of compassion with Fast Company

Richard Davidson and Huffington Post Editor-in-Chief Arianna Huffington examine how to improve well-being

In Business profiles the Center's event on well-being and mindful leadership

Wisconsin Public Radio shares early findings from a Center study on PTSD

Radio show discusses the science of well-being with Center Founder Richard Davidson

Discussing broader mental health topics, Korn Ferry Institute features studies conducted at the Center

America Meditating Radio Show interviews Center Founder Richard Davidson

Maria Shriver talks well-being and the science of mindfulness with Center Founder Richard Davidson

NBC 8000 shares the Center's collaboration with the La Cross Compassion Project

The World Science Festival draws on the Center's research to answer an engaging science question

A conversation on the science of well-being and tips for daily life from Center Founder Richard Davidson

Meditate This! radio show explores the science of well-being with Richard Davidson

Tim Riley from the La Cross Public Schools Foundation and Center Founder Richard Davidson speak about the "Compassion Project"

A look into a collaboration between the Center for Healthy Minds and the La Cross School District

Neuroscientist Richard Davidson comments on the growing presence of meditation in healthcare

Groks Science Shows features a conversation on investigating healthy minds with Center Founder Richard Davidson

A Madison station explores Center research with Scientist Lisa Flook

The Daily Beast previews event featuring Center Founder Richard Davidson and the Dalai Lama

Richard Davidson comments on why CEOs are now embracing mindfulness at the World Economic Forum

Rewire Me draws insights from Center Founder Richard Davidson

One of our Center's research papers is featured prominently in the Greater Good's well-being roundup

Richard Davidson details the latest neuroscientific findings for well-being for International Innovation

Computerworld covers how well-being research makes its way to the workplace

Wisconsin Public Radio shares the science of meditation and tips from the Center

Medical News Today covers research from the Center suggesting that meditation alters gene expression

Isthmus newspaper explores research collaborations between the Center and video game experts

The Boston Globe reviews "Free the Mind," a film following the work of the Center and Richard Davidson

The Huffington Post shares more about a recent study conducted by the Center and collaborators

Listen to a discussion with Richard Davidson, Founder of the Center for Healthy Minds, on the science of savoring emotions

A documentary chronicling one of the study's from the Center appears at the Milwaukee Film Festival

Mindful Magazine shares news of a grant the Center received to continue its research on well-being

Variety reviews a documentary focused on the work of Center for Healthy Minds Founder Richard Davidson

Harvard Business Review features the Center's compassion research in a broader conversation about compassion in the workplace

The New York Times includes the work of the Center when exploring this larger topic

The Standard highlights the neuroscientific research of Center Founder Richard Davidson

A Huffington Post video details new research that looks at how well-being practices may help with teacher burnout

The Huffington Post shares recent research from the Center studying the effects of meditation on teacher burnout

The Huffington Post shares recent research from the Center studying the effects of meditation on teacher burnout

The BBC explores research on the intersection of well-being and gaming, featuring the Center for Healthy Minds

The Wisconsin State Journal features the work of Richard Davidson as an example of businesses and research exploring collaborations together

Education Week visits the Center and collaborators to learn more about well-being research in kids involving video games

Education Week explores why video games are insightful for new lines of research in education and well-being

This documentary from Persona Film looks at what well-being skills such as mindfulness practices look like in schools and how researchers like Richard Davidson are studying them

Center Neuroscientist Richard Davidson speaks about his new book, "The Emotional Life of Your Brain," with Healthy You Radio

Education Week covers research collaborations between the Center and video game experts at UW–Madison

The Huffington Post examines what's known about meditation and the science behind it

"Free the Mind," a documentary focused on science being done at the Center, is showing in Appleton, Wisconsin

Center Leader Richard Davidson's work is featured in this glimpse into efforts to improve well-being in the workplace

Commentary on how meditation can benefit others around you draws from compassion research conducted at the Center

Antoine Lutz, an associate scientist at the Center for Healthy Minds, discusses his groundbreaking meditation experiments with Center founder Richard Davidson.

Lori DiPrete Brown shares insights from a Center for Healthy Minds panel with herself, other experts and the Dalai Lama

Center Collaborator Richard Layard shares his expertise during a visit to the Center

The Epoch Times shares new compassion research from Helen Weng and the Center

The Compassion Project launches in La Cross schools

BBC Radio features Center for Healthy Minds research on compassion training

The Toronto Star expands upon early findings from the Center featured in the documentary "Free the Mind"

"Free the Mind" producer shares how the work of the Center and Richard Davidson has inspired her

Huffington Post explores research suggesting compassion can be learned and can change the brain

The Wisconsin State Journal provides an overview of the Dalai Lama's visit to Madison

The Wisconsin State Journal provides an overview of the Dalai Lama's visit to Madison

The Greater Good Science Center shares discoveries from compassion research at the Center for Healthy Minds

Insights from the Center's event with the Dalai Lama, "Change Your Mind, Change the World," were explored by the Huffington Post

Pacific Standard dives into whether compassion can be trained

Richard Davidson and the Center are included in an article highlighting the brain imaging expertise at UW–Madison

Madison Magazine shares what it's like to host the Dalai Lama in the city

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel recaps topics investigated at the Center's event with the Dalai Lama

A local Madison paper covers the Dalai Lama's 2013 visit to Madison, Wisconsin

Center Founder Richard Davidson shares the science of well-being with Huffington Post readers

A film review from the New York Times focused on a documentary inspired by the Center's work

BeliefNet reviews "Free the Mind," focused on the work of Center Founder Richard Davidson

Madison Magazine profiles the deep-seated friendship between Center Neuroscientist Richard Davidson and the Dalai Lama

The New York Times draws from the scientific perspective of Richard Davidson from the Center for Healthy Minds

Department of Health and Human Services HealthBeat look at a new study from the Center

The South China Morning Post interviews Center Founder Richard Davidson on the science of well-being

The Wisconsin State Journal announces the Dalai Lama's return to Madison, Wisconsin

Marilyn Powell talks to psychologists, sociologists, neuroscientists such as Richard Davidson about wisdom

The Wall Street Journal draws from the work of Richard Davidson from the Center for Healthy Minds to understand the relationship between frowning muscles and activity in the brain

Center Founder Richard Davidson shares the neuroscience of well-being on Wisconsin Public Radio show

Live Science features neuroscience research from the Center looking at meditation's effects on the brain

The New York Times chronicles the Dalai Lama's interest in science and collaborations with scientists, including Center Founder Richard Davidson

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel shares findings from a study led by Center Scientist Melissa Rosenkranz

The Tibet Post shares insights from a dialogue among the Dalai Lama, scientists and scholars

The Daily Mail shares findings from a Center for Healthy Minds study

Idea Fit draws from Center for Healthy Minds research on well-being

This New York Times editorial shares research ideas and a talk led by Center Neuroscientist Richard Davidson

Mind Fitness Training found to help troops improve mental performance under stress of war

Correspondent Miles O'Brien talks to scientists on the cutting edge of research, including Center Founder Richard Davidson

Center Founder Richard Davidson discusses what experiences promote mental and emotional growth during adolescence

Center Founder Richard Davidson speaks about his new book, "The Emotional Life of Your Brain," with WAMC

En una entrevista con el Dr.Richard Davidson, conversamos acerca del primer enfoque neurocientifíco que se ocupa la afectividad, de los variados estilos emocionales que se dan entre las personas y del valor de la neuroplasticidad cerebral para afrontar los cambios

Smart People Podcast talks with Center Founder Richard Davidson about his book "The Emotional Life of Your Brain"

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel looks at the Center's work with veterans

The Center and the School of Education are developing games to cultivate attention, empathy, kindness and pro-social behavior

Center Founder Richard Davidson shares how his scientific work has shaped his own life

The Dr. Cochran Show talks with Center Founder Richard Davidson

Study finds that mindfulness meditation and moderate exercise seem to have protective effects against cold and flu

Center Founder Richard Davidson discusses neuroplasticity and his research with children and adolescents

Friend of the Center Rep. Tim Ryan discusses his book “A Mindful Nation”

Center Founder Richard Davidson discusses the mind, the brain and our emotional nature

A Q&A with Center Founder Richard Davidson, who discusses emotional styles and why different people respond to different interventions

The Scientific American features Richard Davidson's book "The Emotional Life of Your Brain"

Richard Davidson's "The Emotional Life of Your Brain" is one of three books featured in this review about the movement to bring contemplative practice to society's mainstream

MPR News reviews Richard Davidson's book "The Emotional Life of Your Brain"

The Harvard Business Review states Richard Davidson's book is a great companion piece to Charles Duhigg’s The Power of Habit

Richard Davidson and Bruce McEwen's Nature Neuroscience review is discussed

Richard Davidson shares how educational games can help teens develop social and emotional skills

The Wisconsin State Journal features Center research that will develop and test two educational video games

An interview with Center Founder Richard Davidson

Forbes features Richard Davidson's book "The Emotional Life of Your Brain"

The Chicago Tribune features Richard Davidson's research on emotional styles

Peter Clothier, author and blogger of The Buddha Diaries, reviews The Emotional Life of Your Brain on the Huffington Post

Richard Davidson discusses his book and offers tips to train your brain with the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Medical News Today features a recent review, co-written by Richard Davidson, that highlights ways the brain can be changed through practice

Richard Davidson discusses decoding our emotional states

Richard Davidson, and other leading researchers, share their perspectives on resilience

Richard Davidson shares insights about meditation and emotions with Madison Magazine

ABC News features research from the Center on mind wandering and working memory

New Scientist features Richard Davidson's book "The Emotional Life of Your Brain"

Richard Davidson and Sharon Begley explain how your brain chemistry affects the way you think, feel and live – and whether you can change your emotional style

Richard Davidson discusses emotional styles with the Boston Globe

Richard Davidson discusses emotional styles and shares tips on managing your emotions

A Q&A with Center Founder Richard Davidson

The Wall Street Journal review Richard Davidson's book "The Emotional Life of Your Brain"

SharpBrains features Richard Davidson's book "The Emotional Life of Your Brain"

Salon features Richard Davidson's research on emotion

Richard Davidson discusses the neurobiology of emotion

The Vancouver Sun features research from Richard Davidson's book "The Emotional Life of Your Brain"

The Wisconsin State Journal covers a study focusing on the well-being of veterans at the Center

Center Founder Richard Davidson and Global Health Institute Jonathan Patz travel to India to explore global well-being with the Dalai Lama

Now interviews Center Neuroscientist Richard Davidson and examines how to train healthy qualities of mind

ABC News and Dan Harris dive into the science of meditation and why people around the country are beginning to try it

The Philadelphia Inquirer taps into well-being research and speaks with Center Founder Richard Davidson on how to train our brains to be more compassionate and empathetic

On Being interviews Center Founder Richard Davidson discussing how mental training and neuroscience are being used to study mental health disorders

Emma Seppala, research scientist and honorary fellow at the Center, discusses trauma relief in veterans

Richard Davidson discusses the use of science in validating the effects of meditation

The Center's preschool study is attempting to determine whether children can be taught, in a statistically significant way, to be kinder

Center Researchers will test and develop a program that provides a drug-free alternative for treating ADHD and high functioning autism in children

CNN features Center research on meditation and contemplative practice

The Los Angeles Times discusses mindfulness with Jon Kabat-Zinn and features research from the Center

The New York Times looks at the work of the Center and the Dalai Lama's support of the research

The Dalai Lama gives grant to further Center research

Richard Davidson is a guest on The Diane Rehm Show based in Washington, DC.

A look at the Dalai Lama's visit to Madison to celebrate the opening of the Center

The Dalai Lama participates in an hourlong dialogue with Richard Davidson on his eighth visit to Madison

The Associated Press looks at Richard Davidson's research on the brain and emotions

The Center will apply the tools of neuroscience in studies to determine what if any effect contemplative practices have on veterans with symptoms of PTSD

U.S. News and World Report features Center research on well-being at work

A podcast of Shrink Rap Radio's interview with Richard Davidson

Richard Davidson weighs in on meditation practices and well-being

Richard Davidson discusses the power of mental exercise

Friend of the Center Daniel Goleman discusses happiness and highlights research from the Center

USA Today features research on well-being from the Center

Richard Davidson discusses neuroplasticity with NPR

Richard Davidson shares that humans may be able to produce produce physical changes in their brains that can improve their lives

Richard Davidson says meditation is like any other workout - if you want the benefits, you have to practice

The Living Hero program talks with Richard Davidson about his career path, how meditation changes the brain and his research

Featuring research from Richard Davidson on emotion regulation

Richard Davidson weighs in on neuroplasticity

From meditation to smiling, researchers take a second look at studies claiming to reveal what makes us happy. CHM Scientist Simon Goldberg weighs in.

What does it look like to build an effective, equitable, and authentic community-university partnership from the ground up? UW-Madison researchers, including CHM Research Assistant Professor Dan Grupe, and community partners from the Nehemiah Center in Madison, WI, will discuss the birth and evolution of their collaboration, and how rejecting “research as usual” has led to innovative projects with the potential to transform the mental health of system-impacted individuals.