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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A Lot More Americans Are Meditating Now Than Just Five Years Ago
November 9, 2018
Center founder Richard Davidson discusses the increasing use of meditation in the United States, as noted in a report by the CDC. Learn More
Center Research Expands with Arrival of New Faculty Member Simon Goldberg
October 26, 2018
The Center for Healthy Minds welcomes new faculty member Simon Goldberg, who studies the effectiveness of mindfulness-based interventions and... Learn More >
New Program Focuses on Well-Being of Educators in Mexico
October 25, 2018
The Center and Mexico-based nonprofit AtentaMente are piloting a program to improve school cultures and educators' well-being Learn More >
7 Mental-Health Hacks You Should Do Right This Second
October 18, 2018
Center founder Richard Davidson shares a quick hack for calling attention to positive features of your day Learn More
All In Your Mind: How Mindful and Meditative Practices Are Gaining Mainstream Momentum
October 9, 2018
Center researcher Cortland Dahl explains how meditation trains the brain to think and observe with intention. Learn More
The 4 Keys to Well-Being According to Neuroscience
October 8, 2018
Center founder Richard Davidson shares the four keys to well-being: resilience, outlook, awareness and generosity. Learn More
Science Says Happiness Can Change Your Brain
October 8, 2018
Center collaborator Matthieu Ricard discusses the science behind happiness, citing the work of Center founder Richard Davidson. Learn More
Brain Images Reveal Effects of Antidepressants
September 13, 2018
Center founder Richard Davidson and collaborator Ned Kalin examine the effects of antidepressants on the brain Learn More >
Karmapa Visits University of Wisconsin-Madison
September 13, 2018
Hosted by the Center for Healthy Minds, His Holiness the 17th Karmapa visited the University of Wisconsin-Madison to discuss how... Learn More >
Mindfulness Workshop May Hold Promise for Former Athletes
September 13, 2018
The Center for Healthy Minds partners with former NFL players for an eight-week workshop to look at how mindfulness practices might impact their lives Learn More >
Can Video Games Actually Teach Kids Empathy? New Study Says Yes
September 12, 2018
Researchers from the Center for Healthy Minds have discovered a video game designed to teach children empathy can change young brains and improve... Learn More
Inflammation Biomarker in Blood May Help Predict Effectiveness of Depression Drugs
September 4, 2018
A scientist from the Center for Healthy Minds has discovered a relationship between inflammation in the blood and people’s response to a depression... Learn More >