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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 >

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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

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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 >

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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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Yes, the Internet is Destroying Our Collective Attention Span

June 14, 2019

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

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Elevate by Psych Congress Aims to Reshape Mental Health Care Through Education

June 12, 2019

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

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UW-Madison Ranks 1st In The Nation For PhD Graduates

June 12, 2019

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

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The Best Science-Backed Mindfulness Practices for Stress

June 12, 2019

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

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How the Brains of Master Meditators Change

June 6, 2019

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

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When Feelings of Stress Align with the Body, People Have Higher Levels of Well-Being

May 10, 2019

When stress levels in the mind and body are in sync, a person is more likely to have higher levels of well-being Learn More >

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New Program Launches Well-Being Pilots in Workplaces

May 2, 2019

A new program from Healthy Minds Innovations, the nonprofit affiliated with the Center for Healthy Minds, brings well-being skills to workplaces Learn More >

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Mom's Everyday: Mindful parenting

April 29, 2019

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

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Festival Of Faiths: Psychologist Richard Davidson Says You Can Learn Emotion

April 26, 2019

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

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Understanding the Power of Meditation

April 26, 2019

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

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New Research Examines If U.S. Veterans Sought Mental Health Treatment Before and After 9/11

March 29, 2019

Faculty member Simon Goldberg shares research about mental health treatment delays in the U.S. veteran population Learn More >

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The Benefits of Positive Thinking—and How You Can Do More of It

March 21, 2019

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