NYT: 4 Ways to Flourish (in Good Times and Bad)
March 27, 2026
To flourish is to have a life that feels meaningful and rich, despite the challenges we’ll inevitably face. That's what Center for Healthy Minds... Learn More >
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Center for Healthy Minds Researchers Use AI and 7.5M Screenshots to Understand Suicide Risk
March 25, 2026
The latest findings in this first-of-its-kind study show nighttime smartphone behavior can be an indicator of suicidal thoughts. Learn More >
Huberman Lab Podcast: Science-Based Meditation Tools to Improve Your Brain & Health | Dr. Richard Davidson
March 20, 2026
Can you meditate for just 5 minutes a day for 30 days? Tune into the latest episode of Huberman Lab podcast, hosted by scientist Dr. Andrew... Learn More
Virtual Course Equips Educators with ‘Transformative’ Roadmap to Teaching ‘Human Flourishing’
March 3, 2026
The Art and Science of Human Flourishing: Essentials for Educators course expands on the science-backed curriculum and learnings of the Art and... Learn More >
Beyond the Data: Get to Know CHM Scientists Ross Jacobucci and Brooke Ammerman
February 24, 2026
Center for Heathy Minds had a chance to speak with CHM experts Dr. Brooke Ammerman and Dr. Ross Jacobucci to get to know them better and learn... Learn More >
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Nurturing the Soul: The Power of Self-Compassion
December 13, 2023
How to transform difficult emotions into moments of care. Learn More
Becoming a Natural Leader Through Brain Adaptability
December 11, 2023
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... Learn More
CHM and the Division of the Arts announce Arts for Healthy Minds grants opportunity
November 20, 2023
The University of Wisconsin–Madison is pleased to announce an exciting partnership between the Division of the Arts and the Center for Healthy... Learn More >
Experts Urge Prioritization of Prosociality for Public Health
November 5, 2023
A multidisciplinary team of national researchers, including Dr. Richard Davidson, founder and director of University of Wisconsin–Madison’s Center... Learn More >
Study finds mindfulness training may not be enough to increase eco-friendliness
October 23, 2023
Could general well-being practices like meditation encourage eco-friendly behaviors and attitudes? A new study from the Center for Healthy Minds... Learn More
Study finds mindfulness training may not be enough to increase eco-friendliness
October 23, 2023
Could general well-being practices like meditation encourage eco-friendly behaviors and attitudes? As the climate crisis accelerates ecological... Learn More >
Washington University in St. Louis hosts first-ever Mindfulness Day
October 17, 2023
Washington University hosted its inaugural Mindfulness Day on Wednesday, Oct. 4. World-renowned neuroscientist Dr. Richard Davidson delivered the... Learn More
New UW-Madison study aims to prevent deaths by suicide
October 17, 2023
In case you missed the latest segment from @NBC15, watch now! Center for Healthy Minds Founder and Director Richard Davidson gives an interview... Learn More
UW-Madison announces groundbreaking study for suicide prevention
October 17, 2023
The study, which is government-funded, aims to determine if a combination of targeted brain stimulation and meditation practices will decrease the... Learn More
The Global Refugee Crisis: How Can Mindfulness & Compassion Training Help?
October 13, 2023
“The global human rights crisis has contributed to a global mental health crisis,” says Amit Bernstein, a professor of psychology and founder and... Learn More
How Emotionally Self-Aware Are You?
October 13, 2023
Without being able to recognize your feelings, you can’t control them. This inevitably effects your disposition—and output—at work. Learn More
Upstream intervention: UW researchers to explore novel suicide prevention, well-being methods
October 13, 2023
The Center for Healthy Minds and the Wisconsin Institute for Sleep and Consciousness are leading a study at the University of Wisconsin exploring... Learn More