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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Meditation Is a Powerful Mental Tool – and For Some People It Goes Terribly Wrong
December 4, 2018
Center founder and director Richard Davidson comments on the pros and cons of using meditation in health contexts. Learn More
Scientists Used Video Games to Teach Children Empathy
December 4, 2018
Researchers from the Center for Healthy Minds found that video games can teach adolescents prosocial skills Learn More
Hacking Inner Peace
December 3, 2018
In an article discussing the links between meditation and a form of therapy called neurofeedback, Center founder Richard Davidson says that there... Learn More
Can Going to a Sauna Make Me Happy?
November 30, 2018
Citing research from Center faculty member Charles Raison, this article shares how heat may produce a significant antidepressant effect Learn More
4 Ways to Stay Motivated When You’re in a Rut
November 28, 2018
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... Learn More
Is Our Constant Use of Digital Technologies Affecting Our Brain Health? We Asked 11 Experts.
November 28, 2018
Center founder Richard Davidson shares his concerns about the impacts of technology, specifically the increase in distractability, the national... Learn More
Colleges Teach Students How to Think. Should They Also Teach Them How to Thrive?
November 27, 2018
Can the course titled "The Art and Science of Human Flourishing," developed jointly by University of Virginia, Pennsylvania State University and... Learn More
Happy and Healthy Communities – What’s Working in Well-Being Research
November 21, 2018
Center founder Richard Davidson participated in a roundtable organized by the NIH about the future of emotional well-being Learn More >
Mental Hygiene - Madison Researcher Uses Modern Neuroscience to Study Kindness, Compassion & Happiness
November 20, 2018
Center founder Richard Davidson shares his philosophy that people can develop mental hygiene skills and nurture qualities like kindness to improve... Learn More
Harnessing the Power of Video Games to Teach Children Empathy
November 14, 2018
Center founder Richard Davidson discusses the video game Crystals of Kaydor and the implications of teaching kids empathy through video games. Learn More
Technology of the Future Should Care for Our Well-Being
November 13, 2018
Center founder Richard Davidson pens an article about the urgent need for humane technology Learn More
Well-Being is a Skill
November 13, 2018
During a webinar hosted by Amir H. Imani, Center founder Davidson explains how mental training to cultivate well-being can have a positive impact... Learn More