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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What Meditation Looks Like In Your Brain, According To Experts
August 13, 2019
Richard Davidson, among other researchers, are quoted on the effects of meditation on the brain. Learn More
Mindfulness Training Strengthens Connection Between Brain Networks for Attention Control and Mind-Wandering
August 13, 2019
New research from the Center shows that mindfulness training leads to improvement in networks in the brain that are important for attentional... Learn More >
EXCLUSIVE: ‘I’m not the only one who has a mom in jail’: Camp reunites locked-up mothers with their kids
July 23, 2019
Faculty member Julie Poehlmann-Tynan discusses the importance for children to build positive relationships with an incarcerated parent Learn More
Parental guidance - Dane County hopes to help inmates be better parents
July 23, 2019
Faculty member Julie Poehlmann-Tynan discusses the complications that families face when a parent is incarcerated and the impacts on a child's... Learn More
Affective Neuroscience: 25 Years of Progress Studying Adversity, Resilience and Psychopathology
July 23, 2019
The 25th Wisconsin Symposium on Emotion was held in April 2019. We review the past 25 years of advances in the field of affective neuroscience Learn More >
Faith in action: Loka Initiative brings faith leaders and scientists together
July 23, 2019
The faithful are powered by belief; scientists demand proof. What if the two groups joined forces to protect the earth? That's the goal of the Loka... Learn More >
Aging Is A State Of Mind
July 10, 2019
Center researcher Pelin Kesebir discusses how gratitude can help cultivate a positive experience with aging Learn More
Can Meditation Help Enable Human Flourishing?
July 10, 2019
Medium discusses research featured in Center Founder Richard Davidson's book, "Altered Traits." Learn More
Kids’ Sharing Behaviors More Complex Than Previously Thought
July 2, 2019
New research points to evidence of increased cognitive complexity as children grow up that effects prosocial behavior Learn More >
Innovators in Diversity and Inclusion Named to Madison Magazine's 2019 M List
July 2, 2019
The Loka Initiative has received a 2019 M List award from Madison Magazine, and was selected for the initiative's innovative contributions toward... Learn More
The New Science Behind Mindfulness Podcast
June 26, 2019
BB&R Consulting Group interviewed Center Founder Richard Davidson about research at the Center for Healthy Minds Learn More
New Evidence Shows Meditation Changes the Brain for Better: Silicon Valley's Latest Trend
June 14, 2019
This article talks about neuroplasticity and references a 2014 paper written by Richard Davidson and Antoine Lutz Learn More